September 5th 2024.
Lisandro Martinez has been a part of Manchester United for three seasons now. In a recent interview, he shared that the legendary former manager, Sir Alex Ferguson, reached out to congratulate him on Argentina's World Cup win in 2022. The 26-year-old centre-back joined United from Ajax two years ago, following his coach Erik ten Hag. Despite facing an injury last season, Martinez has become a fan favourite at Old Trafford and helped the club secure both the FA Cup and the Carabao Cup.
Just five months after joining United, Martinez achieved the biggest victory of his career as Argentina beat France in a thrilling World Cup final. He played in almost all of Argentina's matches on their road to victory and has now become a regular starter under manager Lionel Scaloni. Not only has Martinez won the World Cup, but he has also won back-to-back Copa America titles with his country, bringing his total number of trophies to ten at the beginning of his career.
As United had a disappointing start this season, with defeats in the Community Shield and two out of three Premier League matches, Martinez spoke to La Nacion in Argentina about his goals for the club. He believes it is up to him and the rest of the team to get United back on track and restore the club to its former glory. Martinez also expressed his strong connection with the club, saying that he felt something special when he first arrived at United's training centre in Carrington.
He explained, "When I set foot in Carrington for the first time, I felt something special. Like electricity, a strong energy of glory...something that motivated me a lot. 'We're going to win here,' that's what I felt. 'This is a place to win,' I told myself." Despite winning two major titles in just two seasons, Martinez believes there is still room for growth and he wants to help bring United back to its former status as one of the best teams in the world.
Martinez also shared his interactions with Sir Alex Ferguson, who he describes as the "God of Manchester." He has met the legendary manager a few times and is grateful for his continued connection to the club. Martinez revealed that Ferguson congratulated him after Argentina's World Cup win and also after United's Carabao Cup and FA Cup victories. He respects Ferguson's privacy but would love to have the opportunity to talk and listen to him. Martinez believes Ferguson's presence is still felt at the club, as he has been included by the new owners in their plans.
Overall, Martinez is grateful for his time at Manchester United and is determined to bring more success to the club. He knows it won't be easy, but with the support of the fans and the legacy of legends like Sir Alex Ferguson, he believes United can reclaim its spot among the world's greatest teams.
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