Lisandro Martinez

The Ajax defender worked with new Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag last season; Martinez was also targeted by Arsenal but has chosen Old Trafford as ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. The move will see Martinez link up again with former Ajax manager Erik Ten Hag, who signed him for the club in 2019, at Old Trafford. Arsenal were also interested in the Argentina international but conceded defeat in their pursuit.

The 24-year-old won two Dutch titles in three years under Erik ten Hag with Ajax, is their current player of the year and follows the manager to Old Trafford.

There will also be a huge sense of pride for the young man from Gualeguay who came through the youth set-up and made his debut at Newell's Old Boys that he has made it to the Premier League. "Lisandro Martinez is a left-sided defender. It is the kind of motivation I cannot explain." Ten Hag prefers a 4-3-3 formation, so there is only likely to be room for two central defenders. "A big factor in his move to United will be Ten Hag, who has always shown such confidence in him. Martinez ranked higher than United's other defenders per 90 minutes in the league for passes, forward passes, aerial duels won, interceptions and possession won last season.

Marcus Rashford has welcomed Lisandro Martinez, who has become Erik ten Hag's third Manchester United signing, to the club.

Marcus Rashford welcomes Lisandro Martinez to Manchester United Marcus Rashford welcomes Lisandro Martinez to Manchester United Marcus Rashford has welcomed Lisandro Martinez, who has become Erik ten Hag’s third Manchester United signing, to the club.

Manchester United announced an agreement for Lisandro Martinez on July 17. Here is why Erik ten Hag wanted to sign his old Ajax defender.

That means Martinez will compete with Varane and Lindelof for the right to partner Maguire in what United fans ardently hope will be a much-improved defensive unit. Martinez offers a possible upgrade on the majority of United's centre-back options and, perhaps crucially, he will be the only naturally left-footed central defender in the first team. He should also bring some much-needed composure to a United backline that, last season, seemed on the verge of panic in almost every game. The No.6 shirt is also vacant, with Paul Pogba having left the club to join Juventus. That saw a jump to around £43,000 (€50,000 and $52,500) per week. Harry Maguire, meanwhile, saw his form fall off a cliff following Euro 2020 and he seemed to wilt under intense criticism. Indeed, it seems highly likely at least one centre-back on United's books will now have to be moved on in this transfer window. So, why did Ten Hag make Martinez a priority target? Ten Hag confirmed Maguire will remain United captain despite some calls for the armband to be reassigned, so it's fair to assume the England international will start most games at the heart of what is likely to be a back four. What can he offer to the Red Devils? The Sporting News examines the credentials of a 24-year-old, who was at the heart of a transfer tussle between United and Arsenal. Raphael Varane missed approximately half of all United's games due to injury, Eric Bailly lacked fitness and Phil Jones was a peripheral figure returning from a long-term knee problem. On July 17, United and Ajax announced they had reached an agreement for the transfer of Lisandro Martinez. The defender will join the Red Devils for an initial fee of €57.37 million (approximately £48.8m/$57.9m), pending the completion of a medical and paperwork being finalised.

Manchester United announced on Sunday that a deal had been agreed with Ajax for the transfer of Argentina international Lisandro Martinez.

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Manchester United and Ajax have reached a club-to-club agreement for the transfer of 24-year-old Argentina international Lisandro Martinez.Manchester United ...

The club Frenkie de Jong loves want him to leave. The club Frenkie de Jong loves want him to leave. Completion of the transfer is expected in the coming days.

Man United have made Lisandro Martinez their third signing of the summer transfer window after Tyrell Malacia and Christian Eriksen.

Although it is also true that if you play as a defender and the rival presses you high, you don't have much time to play either." Additionally, United have been in dire need of a tough-tackling, tactically astute defensive midfielder for years but once again look unlikely to sign one this summer. Martinez's willingness and capability to play in midfield could be especially handy this coming season. It is key to perfect the controls and always receive well outlined to save time. The day I get to play central midfielder, I'll do it again. After it became clear top target Jurrien Timber was staying at Ajax, Ten Hag turned his attention to another of his former players in Martinez. The club had scouted Villarreal's Pau Torres but backed their new manager by going for his own target.

Lisandro Martinez has joined Manchester United for an initial fee of £46.8million and his versatility means he might be used in midfield rather than defence ...

“I like to take risks at the start and I feel that we are prepared to be able to break those high pressure lines and come out playing. Although it is also true that if you play as a defender and the rival presses you high, you don't have much time to play either.” It is key to perfect the controls and always receive well outlined to save time. Martinez is unusual for a central defender in that he is only 5ft 10in. It is a position the Argentine would happily play. It is a position that would perhaps suit him better. It is this tactical versatility which makes him such a useful signing for United. He is the only left-footed central defender at the club , which potentially opens up passing lanes when in possession. Martinez’s versatility means he could easily be moved forward into midfield during the upcoming season. It is another type of panorama when it comes to playing. However, Ten Hag might be tempted to use Martinez as a holding midfielder. "I'm not closed to anything,” he told Ole last year. When Martinez first joined Ajax from Argentine side Defensa y Justicia in 2019, he arrived as a midfielder.

What Martinez lacks in height, the versatile Argentine makes up for in aggressive front-foot defending and incisive passing from deep.

In his debut campaign in the Eredivisie, he averaged two tackles and interceptions per game. When used in midfield, Martinez was partial to backheels and flicks to nearby team-mates, but is much safer at centre-back. Although his smarterscout progressive passing rating is 17 out of 99 — which represents his share of passes that look to move the ball upfield by 10 metres or more — when he decides to go further forward, his accuracy helps Ajax massively. Similarly to his approach on the ground, he tends to engage his opposite number first when defending aerially in open play. When Borussia Dortmund went long against Ajax in the Champions League, a midfielder would drop to disrupt Haaland, giving Martinez more time and space in the air. Instead, he was more reserved and selective with his actions in possession — like here against Fortuna Sittard, where he is found by centre-back Daley Blind. Able to hold his own aerially in open play, Martinez has a bit more difficulty in set-piece situations. That is not a major issue, as no defender will win every one of his duels, but is something to be aware of as his aggressive style of defending may backfire at times. Watching him defend, this comes down to his anticipation and reading of the game. His utility was not the sole reason for the pursuits of United and Arsenal, however. One game stands out: Ajax’s Champions League game at home to Borussia Dortmund last October. Martinez bettered Erling Haaland in all their duels and Ten Hag made a point of congratulating him in the dressing room after his team’s 4-0 win. In Martinez, Ten Hag recognised the mentality he requires.

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Lisandro Martinez from Eredivisie champions Ajax, the club announced on Sunday.

ESPN previously reported the 24-year-old was keen on a move to the Premier League with United his favoured destination. He becomes Ten Hag's third signing of the summer after Tyrell Malacia joined from Feyenoord and Christian Eriksen moved to Old Trafford after spending the second half of last season at Brentford. The move is subject to a medical.

The club announced on Sunday that a transfer had been agreed with Ajax for the 24-year-old Argentina defender. Martinez will be reunited with his former boss ...

“Every year it’s the same as a trainer: you want your squad complete as soon as possible. So also a lot of things will be different.” I think the Premier League is high intensity, lots of challenges. “I think it’s important, yeah. “We cannot wait to involve them in our squad and the fans also cannot wait. “But also he has to adapt, to a new country, a new club, new team-mates.

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag believes new signing Lisandro Martinez, nicknamed the "Butcher", will help toughen up his side through his ...

It is the kind of motivation I cannot explain." "We Argentines do everything with passion and when I go out on the pitch, I fight for every ball. So also a lot of things will be different." I think the Premier League is high intensity, lots of challenges. That is the feeling I have – and every Argentinian has. Speaking to ManUtd.com after that deal was completed, Ten Hag said of the 24-year-old: "He's a warrior and I think the fans will admire him.

Following Lisandro Martinez's transfer to Manchester United, a lot has been said about the Argentine's apparent lack of height.

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Manchester United are signing one of the Champions League's premier centre backs in Lisandro Martinez. Statman Dave has shared a string of tweets to back up that claim and the data puts the Argentine in an incredibly positive light.

— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave)July 17, 2022 — OptaJoe (@OptaJoe)July 17, 2022 — Statman Dave (@StatmanDave)July 17, 2022 — Statman Dave (@StatmanDave)July 17, 2022 Tackles (3.13) Passes (87)

United have finally struck a deal with the Dutch champions for Martinez, who was one of Ten Hag's top summer transfer targets. Related articles. Erik ...

Martinez's arrival means that Maguire will have to battle it out with Raphael Varane for a first-team spot next season - even though the former Leicester man will keep the captain's armband. I think it will fit really well with Manchester United and the way we play.” Maguire is naturally right-footed, but favours playing as a left-sided centre-back.

Manchester United have announced the imminent signing of Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez, bringing a former Erik ten Hag player from the Netherlands to the ...

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Even though Lisandro Martinez's dream shirt number is available at Manchester United, he may not be able to take it due to another potential arrival.

The midfielder, who United have been chasing for 10 weeks now, wore the number at Ajax before Martinez, claimed it at Barcelona and also made it his own in the Dutch national team. That's because No.21 is also the favourite number of top target Frenkie de Jong. One such example is No.21, which has become vacant after Edinson Cavani left upon the expiration of his contract.