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Martinez available for Leeds trip after Man United criticism, Carrick says
Carrick said United accepted Martinez’s apology and will keep him in the squad after the defender was fined for criticising the club’s recruitment.
- On Friday, Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick insisted the club has "moved on" from defender Lisandro Martinez's explosive post-match comments regarding the team's leadership and transfer strategy.
- Following Tuesday's 2-0 Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, the defender criticized technical director Jason Wilcox, claiming he "expects more" investment after the summer transfer window.
- Former United captain Roy Keane branded the situation "a bit of a circus," though Martinez issued a public apology Thursday after holding "very positive" talks with club leadership.
- Carrick confirmed Martinez will be part of the squad for Sunday's Premier League trip to Leeds United, despite the defender reportedly being fined internally by the club.
- Dismissing external criticism, Carrick emphasized squad unity, saying, "Just because people talk on the outside doesn't mean that is the truth." The coach stressed the squad is in a fantastic place.
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Champions League: Man Utd players banned after Martinez's explosive interview
Manchester United players have revealed that the club has banned them from granting interviews. These claims were made after their 1-1 draw at Leeds United in the Premier League on Sunday. No member of the squad answered questions from reporters in the mixed zone at Elland Road. Bruno Fernandes and Matheus Cunha were specifically approached […] Champions League: Man Utd players banned after Martinez's explosive interview
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Manchester United have moved on from Martinez outburst, claims Michael Carrick
Michael Carrick has played down Lisandro Martínez's failure to apologise publicly to Manchester United director Jason Wilcox, insisting the defender's comments have not affected the dressing room ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash against Leeds United.
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