Danny Murphy: Lisandro Martinez has become a burden on Manchester United

The situation for Argentine defender Lisandro Martinez at Manchester United has shifted dramatically in recent weeks. After publicly calling out the club's hierarchy and transfer strategy, demanding more support, the defender has now become the primary target of criticism following a disastrous outing against Chelsea.

Speaking on Match of the Day, former Liverpool and Tottenham midfielder Danny Murphy suggested that Martinez's recent conduct and displays have turned him into a burden on the squad. Murphy argued that a player of his experience should not be committing errors that lead to a dismissal after a challenge on Wesley Fofana, which resulted in a penalty for Chelsea.

Things are heading that way. A player with this experience and quality should have known what he was doing. It is clear that there is something not quite right with him at the moment, because you do not expect these poor performances from a player with such potential. Danny Murphy

Murphy linked the red card to the broader tension surrounding the player, referencing his previous clashes and the controversial interview regarding the club's management. The pundit cast doubt on whether the coaching staff, led by Michael Carrick, would look to bring the defender back into the starting lineup once his suspension concludes.

Beyond Martinez's individual struggles, Murphy highlighted a deeper crisis at Old Trafford. He suggested that the team's physical and mental levels have dropped significantly since last season, making it increasingly difficult for Carrick to maintain cohesion. The pressure continues to mount on the manager as the team struggles to find form on the pitch.