Man Utd Set To Reward Impressive Player Who Humbled Jamie Carragher With Lucrative New Contract

Man Utd is preparing to offer a new contract to Lisandro Martinez, a player signed less than a year ago who has defied early-season predictions and made a significant impact.

In a heated transfer battle with Arsenal, Man Utd secured the services of Lisandro Martinez from Ajax last summer.

Erik ten Hag, familiar with Martinez from their time at Ajax, wasted no time in pairing him alongside Raphael Varane as his preferred centre-back duo.

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Martinez’s initial Premier League outings, however, ended in defeat. Brighton claimed victory on the opening day, followed by a heavy 4-0 defeat to Brentford.

Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher raised doubts about Martinez’s height, suggesting that a player of his stature couldn’t thrive in the Premier League.

Carragher famously remarked, “Maybe he could go play left-back, maybe he could play in a back three, but in a back four he cannot play there in the Premier League.”

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Critics from rival clubs joined in the criticism, questioning Man Utd’s decision to deploy Martinez at centre-back.

Contrary to the skepticism, Martinez has since formed a formidable partnership with Varane, establishing himself as one of the league’s strongest defensive duos. He played a crucial role in ending Man Utd’s six-year trophy drought by securing the EFL Cup.

Martinez has earned praise for his tenacity and aggression, qualities that were lacking in United’s defense before his arrival.

In recognition of his remarkable performances and ability to prove doubters wrong, Fabrizio Romano has revealed that Man Utd is planning to offer Martinez a new contract. Although his current deal runs until 2027, United is prepared to enhance his terms to reflect his contributions.

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While formal negotiations have yet to begin, Romano’s insights suggest that a new deal is now on the club’s agenda.

Reports indicate that Martinez could receive a substantial pay raise, with the Sun suggesting an additional £50,000 per week. This would increase his current earnings from £120,000 per week to £170,000 per week.

The potential new contract signifies Man Utd’s recognition of Martinez’s impact on the team and their desire to secure his long-term future at the club.

As talks progress, fans will eagerly anticipate the confirmation of the deal and the continuation of Martinez’s impressive performances in the red jersey.