Manchester United have been in need of a player like Lisandro Martinez for a long-time and they're about to address a huge position of need in the best way possible. The Reds have confirmed the imminent signing of Argentina international Martinez from Ajax.
United turned their attention to Martinez last month after his Ajax teammate Jurrien Timber opted to stay with the Dutch champions. New United manager Erik ten Hag has prioritised targets he is familiar with and the club has backed the Dutchman over their recruitment department.
The club's scouting analysts had identified Villarreal defender Pau Torres as the ideal left-footed centre half to sign but Ten Hag insisted on Martinez. And his versatility gives him a big edge over Torres.
