Martinez Eyeing Exit from Man Utd as Atletico Madrid Shows Interest
30 October 2026
Lisandro Martinez appears ready to part ways with Manchester United, eyeing a free transfer this summer. The Argentine defender has caught the attention of Atletico Madrid, who are reportedly interested in bringing him on board.
In other news, Manchester United players faced some harsh criticism while traveling to London, as they were booed on the train ahead of their match against Chelsea.
Chelsea goalkeeper Emi Martinez has revealed he now has a permanent hand injury after opting out of surgery for a broken finger, fearing it would keep him from competing in the World Cup.
Young talent Estevao Willian is feeling disheartened at Chelsea, expressing confusion over his lack of playing time under coach Xabi Alonso. Friends say he’s experiencing a “crisis” as he struggles for minutes on the pitch.
Additionally, Chelsea defender Maxence Lacroix may be sidelined until January due to a hamstring issue, raising concerns about his fitness.
At Everton, there’s been noticeable unease among club officials regarding the potential re-signing of Jack Grealish. His recent unauthorized absence led to him being dropped for the Carabao Cup clash against Newcastle, sparking debate about his future at the club.
In other news, former Aberdeen manager Jimmy Thelin is being considered for the vacant managerial role at Sheffield Wednesday, while Mark Lawwell, previously with Celtic, has secured a new position at Chelsea.
Lastly, FIFA is facing criticism for not achieving gender equality in the prize money for next year's Women's World Cup, highlighting ongoing disparities in sports funding.