Casemiro sends message to Man United teammate after devastating injury blow
Man United midfielder Casemiro took to social media to send a message of support to teammate Lisandro Martinex after his devastating injury setback.
Martinez, 27, is set to miss the rest of the season and a large chunk of next for Man United after tearing his ACL in their 2-0 Premier League defeat to Crystal Palace on Sunday (February 2).
The Argentina international was stretchered off in tears, with many fans believing his injury could have serious ramifications for the already struggling team.
Martinez’s injury is a major blow for Ruben Amorim’s side, with just Harry Maguire, Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Johnny Evans, and Victor Lindelof, the only natural options available to play in the Portuguese coach’s 3-4-3 system.
Many fans are worried the club’s unwillingness to back their new manager in the January transfer window may cause Amorim to question his position at the club.
Martinez had been key for United before his most recent injury, starting 31 of his 32 games across all competitions, scoring two goals, and providing two assists in his 2711 minutes of action.
Casemiro wishes Man United teammate Lisandro Martinez well after devastating new injury
The veteran midfielder has struggled to make an impact at United this season, starting 16 of his 23 games across all competitions, scoring three goals, and failing to provide an assist in his 1446 minutes of action.
Martinez, on the other hand, had been key for United before his most recent injury, starting 31 of his 32 games across all competitions, scoring two goals, and providing two assists in his 2711 minutes of action.
Casemiro took to Instagram to show his support for Martinez, saying: “I love you bro! You will come back even stronger! Much encouragement friend.”
Several Man United stars, including Amad Diallo and Mason Mount, have also taken the time to wish Martinez a speedy recovery.
United’s 2-0 Premier League defeat to Crystal Palace on Sunday (February 2) sees them fall to 13th with an FA Cup tie with Leicester on Friday (February 7) up next.
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