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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Sport
Jamie Jackson

Erik ten Hag stands by decision to keep Lisandro Martínez on before injury

Lisandro Martínez leaves the field against West Ham
Lisandro Martínez is facing at least two months on the sidelines. Photograph: Martin Rickett/PA

Erik ten Hag has denied that Lisandro Martínez aggravated the knee problem that has ruled him out for at least two months by playing on against West Ham, with Manchester United’s manager saying it can be a “grey area” to make the correct decision regarding injuries.

Martínez was hurt during the second half of Sunday’s 3-0 win at Old Trafford. After receiving treatment the defender re-entered the contest but broke down again almost straight away and was taken off.

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