Michael Carrick: Man Utd squad unaffected by Lisandro Martinez fallout

Manchester United head coach Michael Carrick has dismissed concerns over squad harmony following the explosive post-match comments made by Lisandro Martinez. After the 2-0 Champions League loss to Atletico Madrid, the Argentine defender publicly criticized the club's hierarchy, sparking significant debate among pundits and former players.

Despite criticism from figures like Wayne Rooney, Roy Keane, and Gary Neville, Carrick maintains that the internal mood at the Carrington training ground remains positive. The manager stressed that the external narrative does not reflect the reality of the environment he has fostered.

I am telling you the truth. The squad today was in a fantastic place, better than I have seen it for a while. That is it, plain and simple. We are living it every day and know what it feels like. Michael Carrick

While Martinez apologized for the timing of his remarks regarding director of football Jason Wilcox, he has not retracted the substance of his message. Carrick confirmed that the situation has not caused a distraction and that Martinez will be part of the selection for Sunday's Premier League clash against Leeds at Elland Road.