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Ajax centre-back Lisandro Martinez launched a scathing attack on Virgil van Dijk in a previous interview.
Martinez is Manchester United’s main defensive target and the player is keen to meet Erik ten Hag.
The 24-year-old is also wanted by Arsenal, but United are believed to be favorites for his signature.
Mike Verweij reported today that the Red Devils want to complete this deal before Friday.
“Man United want to sign Lisandro Martinez before Friday. Ajax now appear ready to cooperate for a transfer at the right price.”
“Ajax’s Gerry Hamstra and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar spoke to a United delegation in London on Saturday.”
🚨 #mufc wants to sign Lisandro Martinez before Friday. Ajax now appear ready to cooperate for a transfer at the right price. Ajax’s Gerry Hamstra and Klaas-Jan Huntelaar spoke to a United delegation in London on Saturday #mujournal
[@MikeVerweij via @ajax__nieuws]
— United Journal (@theutdjournal) July 4, 2022
The Ten Hag see him as a quality left-footed centre-back and someone who could provide good competition to the likes of Harry Maguire, Victor Lindelof and Raphael Varane.
Martinez is a leader both on and off the field and has that badass attitude that some fans will love.
In an earlier interview, the Argentine talked about his football idol Fabio Cannavaro and how he wants to emulate him.
“Cannavaro was comfortable with the ball. And despite his lack of height, he challenged every ball as if it was the game-winning last attempt.
“I loved this style – and I’m just like it.”
He then went on to criticize Liverpool centre-back Virgil van Dijk:
“I’d rather not be like Virgil van Dijk. His height is certainly a big plus, but when you don’t have the other qualities, it’s worth nothing.”
“My favorite position is definitely central defense. I started as a midfielder but learned all the qualities of a central defender playing in an attacking team under [Erik] Ten witch. I can take care of myself.
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