Lisandro Martinez criticizes Man United transfer strategy after Atletico Madrid defeat

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez publicly criticized the club's transfer strategy and hierarchy after a 2-0 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid on Tuesday, deepening the team's early-season crisis. Martinez said the squad lacks quality and demanded more investment, stating he expects more from the technical director and that failing to strengthen creates problems. His comments drew sharp rebuke from club legend Wayne Rooney, who called them disrespectful to teammates and said such issues should stay internal. United sit 13th in the Premier League with one win in six matches. Martinez's criticism targets technical director Jason Wilcox, while Rooney noted the defender's own performances have been insufficient.