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Man Utd a circus after Martinez comments - Keane

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Roy Keane has criticized Manchester United as a 'circus' following public comments by Lisandro Martinez regarding the club's lack of investment. The team is currently struggling with a winless streak, leading to internal tension.

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High-profile public criticism from players and pundits highlights the ongoing management and performance crises at one of the world's most valuable football clubs.

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Image source, PA Media Image caption, Lisandro Martinez joined Manchester United from Ajax in 2022

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane says the club are "like a circus" after defender Lisandro Martinez's criticism of the hierarchy.

Martinez's comments came after Tuesday's 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid in the Champions League, which stretched their winless streak to five games.

The Argentina international criticised United for not strengthening the squad in the summer following qualification for the Champions League, saying he expected more investment in the United squad and "more from our technical director [Jason Wilcox]".

Speaking on The Overlap , external podcast, Keane said Martinez's statement reflected the overall state of the club.

"There will be some fans saying it's great and some saying you're letting the team down, especially from a player who hasn't been at his best, when the team is struggling," Keane said.

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