Martinez issues blistering criticism of Man Utd board after loss
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez publicly criticized the club's board for failing to invest in the squad following their Champions League qualification. The comments follow a 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid and a poor start to the season.
Why it matters
High-profile player criticism of club management reflects internal instability and growing pressure on leadership to improve performance through recruitment.
Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has launched a blistering attack on the club's hierarchy for not strengthening the squad following qualification for the Champions League.
Tuesday's 2-0 defeat by Atletico Madrid means United have now gone five games without a win.
Their last victory was against Azerbaijan champions Sabah FK on 10 September. Their only other win this season came against newly promoted Ipswich at Old Trafford, when they had to come from behind.
United finished third in the Premier League last term to seal a Champions League return for the first time in three years.
"We did a fantastic season last season and now we expect more from the top, more players to compete because many teams bring many players as well," Martinez said.
"Atletico have an amazing team and they deserved to win today.
"I expect more [investment]. 100%. I expect more from our technical director [Jason Wilcox].
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