Manchester United to sign Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez, Ajax defender Lisandro Martinez previously worked with new Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag; Arsenal was much interested in signing Ajax defender though ajax preferred to join Old Trafford. Frenkie de Jong of Barcelona is still a target for Man Utd, the Utd is hoping to have Christian Eriksen join the team in the coming days.
Only two players in the Eredivisie directed more passes forward per 90 minutes than Martinez did last season. Martinez averaged more passes per 90 minutes than any other player.
negotiations are advanced and Martinez’s personal terms shouldn’t present any issues. However, the deal’s remuneration structure is still being discussed. The 24-year-old, who once represented United manager Ten Hag at the Amsterdam side, is considered to be valued at £42.3 million (€50 million) by Ajax.
Such statistics highlight Martinez’s ability to play through defenses, but he is also skilled at switching moves and identifying teammates at a greater distance. No player at Ajax last season averaged more successful long passes per ninety minutes.
According to the source, representatives from United and Ajax will shortly have their final meeting to finalize paperwork. It’s believed that Martinez might become available for selection as soon as next weekend in Australia if all goes according to plan with the last-minute talks and his health.
Following the £15 million signing of Feyenoord left-back Tyrell Malacia, Martinez is expected to be United’s second summer addition. Once he passes his own medical and joins on a free transfer, Christian Eriksen is anticipated to follow him through the arrivals suite in Australia after the two parties reached an agreement on a three-year contract.
