On Wednesday, Manchester United finally announced the signing of Lisandro Martinez in a £55.3million transfer from Ajax. The Argentina defender, 24, has agreed a five-year deal with the Reds, with the option of a further year.
Upon completing the move, Martinez thanked Ajax and stated he was now at the “perfect club” to test himself.
Speaking to the official United club website, the Argentine said: “I want to thank Ajax and their fans for all the support they gave me, I had an unbelievable time there but feel the moment is right to test myself in another environment. Now I am at the perfect club to do that.”