Barcelona will reportedly look to sign 28-year-old Argentine international Lisandro Martinez from Manchester United in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Lisandro Martinez is the subject of interest from Barcelona. The reigning La Liga champions are keen on reinforcing their defensive unit by signing a centre-back in the summer transfer window. So, the 28-year-old Manchester United utility man has emerged as a target for the Blaugrana.
The Catalan giants sense the opportunity of sealing a bargain move for the 2022 FIFA World Cup winner, and they will hope to land him for €30 million. However, it is unclear if Manchester United will be open to parting ways with Martinez in the summer transfer window.
How has Lisandro Martinez fared at Manchester United?
Lisandro Martinez has endured a topsy-turvy ride since joining Manchester United from Ajax in a deal worth €55 million in July 2022. Born in Gualeguay, the 28-year-old spent his formative years in Argentina. However, he rose in prominence during his spell with Ajax before arriving at Old Trafford three and a half years ago.
While fitness issues have plagued Martinez during his spell with Manchester United, he has made considerable progress in the last three and a half years. The Argentine international has made over 100 appearances for Manchester United thus far while chipping in with three goals and three assists. However, his long-term future is uncertain after entering the final 18 months of his contract.
What next?
Lisandro Martinez’s situation has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs. La Liga may be the World Cup winner’s next destination, as Barcelona will attempt to secure a cost-effective deal for the Manchester United utility man in the summer transfer window, hoping to seal a move for €30 million.
The Catalan giants hold a long-standing interest in Martinez, and the continued eagerness to sign him is understandable, as Andreas Christensen faces an uncertain future at Camp Nou. With Hansi Flick eager to add a left-footed centre-back to his squad, the Manchester United defender has emerged as a viable target.
However, it is unclear if Manchester United will entertain offers for the 28-year-old Argentine international in the summer transfer window. With Martinez a pivotal figure in the first team, it will not be surprising to see them pushing for a new deal. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the former Ajax defender.