Lisandro Martinez Tells The Story Of The Hardships Of Living In Argentina Which Also Pushed Him To Move To MU

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JAKARTA - Manchester United have introduced their new signing, Lisandro Martinez. This Argentinian bloody player previously defended Ajax Amsterdam.

With the Red Devils, the 24-year-old centre-back has been tied to a five-year contract with an option to extend his contract for one year.

Prior to arriving at Old Trafford, Martinez was known as an uncompromising defender while still strengthening Ajax. He is also considered a formidable footballer on the field.

Regarding that, Martinez admits that he has a fighter mentality that no longer needs to be doubted. It's all thanks to experience.

Martinez, who had lived a hard life in Argentina, even got the nickname 'The Butcher of Argentina'.

“About Argentina, our culture is filled with passion. Especially in football. As a player, I started migrating at the age of 14, so you have to take responsibility for yourself," Martinez was quoted as saying by Metro Sport about his life on Thursday.

"At the age of 14, you have to be a man. Then you have to fight for everything. You have to fight for your bread, you have to fight for your family, you have to fight for your team," Martinez continued.

Martinez who has seven caps with the Argentine national team does have a hard life. In order to join the academy of the famous Argentine club, Newell's Old Boys, at the age of 14 he chose to leave the Club Libertad academy team.

"I also learned a lot how difficult life is. My life in Argentina was hard, but I'm grateful because it shaped my mentality to become what it is today," he continued.

Forged by a hard life, Martinez tries to always look his best in every career he takes. No wonder he also has ambition and a strong determination to succeed with Manchester United, and is confident that the team can perform well in this 2022/2023 competition.

"It is an honor to join this great football club. I have worked hard to get this moment. And now that I am here, I will push myself further," said Martinez.

"I had an unbelievable time at Ajax, but I felt this was the right moment to test myself in another environment. Now I am at the perfect club to do this," continued the petite left-handed defender.

At Manchester United, Martinez's ambition and determination will not be in vain. Because, at this club, Martinez will also meet the former coach who forged him at Ajax, Erik Ten Hag. The collaboration between the two even made Martinez an important part of the team's back line and it is hoped that it can be repeated.