Reports say Manchester United considering discipline for Martinez comments

Manchester United are considering disciplinary action against Lisandro Martinez following his public criticism of the club’s hierarchy, The Athletic reported on October 14, with other sports outlets relaying the account.

The defender spoke to Amazon Prime after a 2-0 loss to Atletico Madrid in the second round of the Champions League league phase. He said he expected more from club director Jason Wilcox and linked the team’s problems to insufficient squad reinforcement.

According to The Athletic, potential measures include a fine and omission from the starting lineup for upcoming Premier League matches on disciplinary grounds. The supplied report does not contain an official club announcement of a specific penalty.

The outlet also reported that Martinez requested a move to Atletico in the summer of 2026 but United did not receive a suitable offer.

Martinez joined United in 2022. The figures cited by Sport-Express list 117 appearances, four goals and three assists for the club.