Why Amorim Might Bench Lisandro Martinez for Man United’s Clash Against Liverpool

Manchester United will start the new year with a thrilling Premier League encounter against Liverpool at Anfield this Sunday, as both clubs enter the match with contrasting fortunes as reported by Man Utd News....CONTINUE READING>>>

United are currently enduring an alarming losing streak, having dropped three consecutive league games, casting doubts on their form.

Liverpool have been exceptional under the guidance of Arne Slot. The team are sitting at the top of the Premier League table and are widely considered one of the leading contenders for the title.

Mohamed Salah has been a standout player for Liverpool, contributing 17 goals and 13 assists in 18 league matches this season. His remarkable consistency has been a driving force behind the team’s success.

Salah has also developed a knack for scoring against United, and he’ll be looking to add to his tally in this high profile fixture.

On the other side, Manchester United’s defensive issues have been glaring.

Lisandro Martinez, expected to play a crucial role as a left centre-back, has failed to meet expectations.

Despite arriving as a £42 million signing and initially impressing under Erik ten Hag, his performances have dipped, with errors costing United dearly in recent matches.

In particular, his struggles in the loss to Newcastle and a costly display in the League Cup exit against Tottenham have raised questions about his current form.

Ruben Amorim may opt to drop Martinez from the starting lineup in an effort to send a clear message to the squad about accountability and discipline, similar to his decision to leave Marcus Rashford out of several matchday squads earlier in the season.