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Topics: Lisandro Martinez, Manchester United
Jack Kenmare
It looks like Manchester United have been handed a devastating blow regarding Lisandro Martinez's latest injury – and it's the worst possible news for Ruben Amorim and his team.
On Sunday afternoon, Martinez was carried off on a stretcher in the latter stages of their Premier League clash against Crystal Palace after he twisted awkwardly when challenging Ismaila Sarr.
Instantly signalling to the bench to be replaced, the Argentine defender looked in agony as he pointed towards an apparent knee injury.
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"I think it is a serious situation," said Ruben Amorim after the game. "A bad situation for us and especially for Licha."
He added: "I think we are going to see in the next days but I think it is a serious situation. It's really hard on us, he's not just a great player but a strong character in the dressing room. Especially in this moment, it's hard for us."
A day later and a report from the Manchester Evening News suggests that Manchester United 'fear' Martinez is out for the remainder of the 2024/25 season.
They claim dressing room sources believe the Argentine defender is unlikely to play again this term and United are expected to communicate the extent of Martinez's injury tomorrow or later in the week.
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"Now it is time for all of us to help Licha. He felt it and, when you are a player, you know when it is serious," Amorim added in his post-match comments on Sunday.
"Let's hope for better days for him. We are here, like I say, to help him in this difficult moment."
At the moment, it is unclear if Martinez's injury will bring a late move from United on deadline day, although they have just signed centre-back Ayden Heaven from Arsenal.
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Shortly after Martinez was replaced, injury expert Physio Scout shared their thoughts about the setback.
"Lisandro Martinez had to be stretchered off for Manchester United after suffering a knee injury," they began.
"Based on video, there is concern for an ACL injury (+/- meniscus) due to the non-contact nature of the incident, knee collapse during pivoting, and the visible calf ripple. Potential Recovery Time: 9+ months.
"There is some hope that it is just an MCL/meniscus injury, or just a bone bruise, but it does not look for Martinez. Amorim added that he thinks the injury is "serious", which is not at all promising for Man United fans. Let's hope it's only minor."