David de Gea Sends Message of Encouragement to Injured Lisandro Martinez Ahead of Crucial Champions League Match
As Manchester United prepares for a key Champions League match against Galatasaray, David de Gea has sent an encouraging message to Lisandro Martinez.
After a disheartening 4-3 loss to Bayern Munich last month, the Red Devils are preparing for their second Champions League match. The excitement for this match is heightened, though, because fans are scared of Galatasaray’s tough administration.
As Manchester United prepares to face Galatasaray at Old Trafford, manager Erik ten Hag confronts a defensive selection quandary. Injuries have sidelined Sergio Reguilon, Luke Shaw, Aaron Wan-Bissaka, and Lisandro Martinez.
Martinez, the Argentine defender, worsened a foot ailment he experienced earlier this year and is anticipated to miss some time.
Former Manchester United custodian David de Gea has sent an encouraging message to his former teammate Martinez via social media.
De Gea captioned an Instagram photo of himself with Martinez, “Stay strong warrior.”
This message from De Gea comes many months after he left Manchester United after a 12-year spell.
Last season, De Gea started every league game and won the Premier League Golden Glove title.
Despite his departure, the 32-year-old custodian remains a free agent, having been linked with a move to Saudi Arabia. The reasons for his inability to locate a new club have become evident.
Manager Ten Hag signed Andre Onana from Inter Milan for £47.2 million during the summer transfer window.
Comparisons between De Gea and Onana’s performances have emerged, especially given Onana’s difficult start at Manchester United.
Although De Gea has left Manchester United, it is clear that the club has a particular place in his heart, as he continues to avidly watch their performances this season.
