L. Martinez openly criticized Man Utd leaders: 'It's very easy to blame the coaches or players'

2026-10-14 09:10 © ZUMAPRESS.com

"Manchester United" still cannot find the key to victories.

"The Red Devils" lost to Atletico Madrid in the UEFA Champions League away match on Tuesday, and after the game, "Red Devils" defender Lisandro Martinez did not hold back his criticism of the club's management.

"I have to control myself, but sometimes the picture on the pitch reflects the situation the club is currently in.

We finished the last season excellently, after which we expected greater activity from the club's management. We hoped that many new players would come to the team, as other teams did," Martinez said to Amazon Prime after the match in Madrid.

The Argentina international stated that he expected greater investments from the club in the transfer market.

"I hope for more from our technical director (Jason Wilcox – ed. note). Of course, we, the players, also have to step up, but we need to have a stronger squad for such Champions League nights," Martinez continued.

The player also defended the team coach Michael Carrick, who is facing increasing pressure.

"He is doing everything he can, but each season is a new story. We cannot rely solely on what was done last season.

Other teams do not stay stagnant; they adapt and make changes. If you are not doing the same, you face problems.

Coaches are constantly being changed, but perhaps it's time to look at other responsible individuals?

It is very easy to blame coaches or players, but responsibility must also be taken by other people at the club," Martinez concluded.