United entered the race to sign Martinez after being instructed by Erik Ten Haag to compete with Arsenal for the Argentine. The Red Devils are looking to bolster their squad with new additions and have already added Tyrell Malacia to their ranks so far in the summer transfer window. United have already agreed a deal with Barcelona over the transfer of Frenkie De Jong, but the deal is yet to be finalised. IMAGO / Pro Shots Martinez would come into United’s squad as a versatile player, however some reports suggest the Argentine will be seen as a central defensive signing for Erik Ten Haag. United were ready to battle Arsenal for Martinez, but a new report from a reliable source has confirmed that the battle could already be over. According to newly trusted Twitter user Zeeshanxz. “Manchester United and Ajax have reached a verbal agreement over a deal for Lisandro Martinez. Ajax rejected Arsenal’s recent offer. Understand that Arsenal are now ready to walk away from the deal.” United look set to complete a number of deals in the coming weeks, having had a slow start to the transfer window.
