Atletico Madrid join Barcelona in race for Manchester United defender – report
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8-second readBarcelona could face competition from Atletico Madrid in their pursuit of Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez, with both La Liga clubs monitoring the Argentine’s increasingly uncertain future at Old Trafford.
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Barcelona could face competition from Atletico Madrid in their pursuit of Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez, with both La Liga clubs monitoring the Argentine’s increasingly uncertain future at Old Trafford.
According to AS, the two Spanish sides are positioning themselves to explore a potential move for the 28-year-old, whose contract with Manchester United expires in June 2027.
Notably, Barcelona had already identified Martinez as one of several defensive options under consideration. However, Atletico’s emergence as a potential destination adds complication to the situation, particularly given the defender’s experience, quality and potentially attractive financial terms.
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- Barca Universal ↗
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- Clubs covered
- Manchester United, Barcelona, Atletico Madrid
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