Manchester United scandal: Martinez apologises for criticising management

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has apologised to the club's management for public criticism after losing to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League. The footballer said on social networks that he met with representatives of the club and explained his words with emotions after the unsuccessful match.

On October 13, the English team lost to the Spanish opponent with a score of 0: 2. After the game, the Argentine expressed dissatisfaction with the transfer policy of the club, saying that he expected more serious investments in the squad. He spoke separately about the work of technical director Jason Wilcox.

According to the BBC, after these statements, the footballer was fined.

Martinez later admitted that he was worried about the defeat and could choose the wrong time and place to publicly express his discontent. The lawyer apologized to the management following a personal meeting.

The situation develops against the background of Manchester United's unsuccessful start to the season. The team won only two wins in nine matches and is 13th in the championship of England.

An additional factor is the future of Martinez himself. He has been playing for the Mancunians since 2022, and his current contract is scheduled for the end of the season. However, the club has not yet used the option of extending the agreement.

As part of the Argentine national team, the defender became world champion in 2022.