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Michael Carrick explained Lisandro Martinez's half-time substitution during the draw with Leeds (1-1) was due to thigh discomfort. The defender started despite a recent scandal with Manchester United's hierarchy, for which he received a fine and penned an apology.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has revealed that Lisandro Martinez was replaced at half-time due to feeling unwell.
The match against Leeds United at Elland Road ended in a 1-1 draw. Following the game, the Manchester boss elaborated on the early withdrawal of the Argentine defender.
He felt a bit of pain in his thigh.
Interestingly, Martinez started the match despite a recent controversy. After the previous clash against Atletico Madrid, the defender publicly accused the club's hierarchy of lacking ambition.
This outburst resulted in a financial penalty and a written apology from the player. However, he has yet to personally apologise to technical director Jason Wilcox, who was the target of Martinez's harsh criticism.
