MU is ready to sell midfielder Martinez, shockingly joining Real in January

In recent matches, Manchester United’s ability to defend against aerial threats has been poor. Center-back Lisandro Martínez has been identified as a weak link in this aspect, and the “Red Devils” may consider letting the 2022 World Cup champion go.

According to reports from England, Manchester United could “sell outright” center-back Lisandro Martínez in January due to interest from Real Madrid. The Argentine defender is one of the fan favorites at Old Trafford. However, INEOS is reportedly willing to sell Martínez after two and a half years with the “Red Devils.”

MU May Let Lisandro Martínez Go
Lisandro Martínez joined Manchester United under Erik Ten Hag for a fee of £57 million. He was regarded as one of the quality signings of the Dutch manager, despite spending most of the previous season sidelined due to injury.

According to TalkSPORT, Manchester United could sell Martínez in a surprise deal in January if Real Madrid increases its interest in the World Cup champion.

Martínez is among several Premier League stars being monitored by Carlo Ancelotti and Real Madrid’s scouting team. The Spanish giants are also actively working to bring Liverpool’s right-back Trent Alexander-Arnold to the Bernabeu.

Reports suggest that Manchester United’s hierarchy may sell Lisandro Martínez and then reinvest in transfers requested by new manager Ruben Amorim. The “Red Devils” want to retain young talents like Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho, and Amad Diallo, but are willing to listen to offers for most other players to ensure compliance with Premier League financial regulations.

Meanwhile, Real Madrid is closely following the situation of Lisandro Martínez. The reigning Champions League champions are seeking a long-term replacement for veteran center-backs David Alaba and Antonio Rüdiger.

Lisandro Martínez is not the only Manchester United player that Real Madrid is interested in. The club is also reportedly willing to pay £45 million to acquire Diogo Dalot. It remains unclear what price Real Madrid will offer for Martínez, but it is likely that Manchester United will want to recoup the £57 million fee paid to Ajax in the summer of 2022.