Martínez’s United Remarks Raise Questions Over Recruitment and Timing

Jamie Carragher called Lisandro Martínez’s criticism of Manchester United’s hierarchy awful, while Wayne Rooney said the defender had gone too far and disrespected his team-mates after the 2-0 defeat to Atlético Madrid.

Martínez used his post-match interview to question United’s summer recruitment and call for more from the club’s senior decision-makers. The reaction has turned the defender’s remarks into a dispute not only about squad investment, but also about where that conversation belongs.

The defeat in Madrid preceded United’s immediate response to Atlético , with the Reds finishing the match with 10 men. Former players challenge Martínez’s timing According to Sky Sports, Martínez said he had expected more from the club’s leadership in the transfer window and singled out technical director Jason Wilcox.