Lisandro Martinez is currently one of the most notable defenders that Argentina has. His presence in the different squads of the Argentine team has been a constant and that is due to the high level that he has been demonstrating for quite some time. However, this time he will not be for the next two Conmebol Qualifiers games and here we tell you why.
When discussing Argentine central defenders, it’s impossible not to mention Lisandro Martinez. He has consistently been one of the top central defenders in his country, alongside Cuti Romero and Nicolas Otamendi, for quite some time. At his current club, Manchester United, he undeniably stands out as one of the main stars.
While he may not always start, he was part of the championship-winning squad for his country in the recent Qatar 2022 World Cup. He consistently served as a reliable alternative to the aforementioned Romero and Otamendi. Considering that the latter is currently 35 years old, many believe that “Licha” could potentially become his successor.
Why Lisandro Martinez will not play for Argentina?
The Argentine player had undergone surgery for a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot in mid-April, which kept him sidelined for three months. Manchester United announced that the player has experienced a “worsening” of the injury in his right foot.
As a result, Lisandro Martinez will be initially sidelined for an indefinite period, and it is anticipated that the Argentine won’t be able to return to play until at least next year, and for that reason, he will miss his national team’s games against Paraguay and Peru.
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