Erik ten Hag revealed that Lisandro MartÃnez was close to joining Arsenal before his move to Manchester United. The Argentina international joined the Red Devils from Ajax during the summer 2022 transfer window.
He has impressed with his performances for the Red Devils this season. The 24-year-old defender has played 14 Premier League games for the Manchester side so far, recording 1.9 tackles, 1.4 interceptions and 4.3 clearances per 90. Lisandro MartÃnez also played a key role in the triumph of Argentina in the 2022 FIFA World Cup.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has revealed that Lisandro Martinez was close to joining Premier League rivals Arsenal. But the Argentine international called Ten Hag offering himself to the Manchester team.
Speaking to the media, Erik Teg Hag said (h/t Fabrizio Romano): “Martinez wanted to leave Ajax. If we didn’t take him, he would have gone to Arsenal. “
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“At one point, Lisandro MartÃnez called me and said: ‘Coach, listen, I’m leaving Ajax no matter what. I can sign for Arsenal, but if they want me I’ll go to Manchester United.”
Lisandro MartÃnez worked with Erik ten Hag at Ajax for three seasons between 2019 and 2022. The duo helped the Jews win two Eredivisie titles, a KNVB Cup and a Johan Cruyff Shield. Erik ten Hag also took over at Old Trafford at the start of the current season.
Two Premier League clubs interested in signing Aaron Wan-Bissaka
According to talkSPORT, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Crystal Palace are interested in signing Manchester United misfit Aaron Wan-Bissaka. They are likely to come closer to attract you during the winter window.
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The England international joined the Red Devils from Crystal Palace in the summer window of 2019. He has made 127 appearances (in all competitions) for the Red Devils so far, registering two goals and 10 assists.
Wan-Bissaka helped the Manchester team reach the 2020-21 UEFA Europa League final and was named to the tournaments Team of the Season for his performances.
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However, the 29-year-old has struggled for playing time since the arrival of Erik ten Hag, who prefers Diogo Dalot in his starting line-up. The England international has yet to start a Premier League game this season. Wan-Bissaka could leave Old Trafford for regular playing time during the winter window.
