Martinez wrote on Instagram on Saturday: ‘Today, after going through several stormy days where I allowed myself to feel and accept my sadness, helplessness, insecurities, fears, and a deep emotional imbalance, I am reconnecting with my essence and my values, which help me see things from a kinder and more positive perspective.
Luke Shaw, Mason Mount, Amad Diallo, Kobbie Mainoo and Jonny Evans are all out, while Manuel Ugarte and Toby Collyer have both been struggling with injury but may be fit to play on Sunday against Tottenham.
Lisandro Martinez admits it has been a dark time for him since suffering a serious knee injury, but after ‘perfect’ surgery he is focusing on a positive future.
News this week that Amad Diallo is set to be out for a number of weeks with an ankle injury has been a serious blow to Amorim among a string of setbacks.
Manchester United are struggling with a number of injury problems at the moment, with Martinez far from the only player out of action.