Lisandro Martinez makes big decision as he steps up return from injury | OneFootball

Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez has made a decision on his fitness as he looks to make a sensational return from injury.

Martinez closing in on return

Martinez has been sidelined since February, when he sustained an ACL injury during a home clash against Crystal Palace.

He underwent successful surgery before embarking on a long journey to recovery, which he is in the final stages of completing.

Last month, United confirmed that the World Cup winner had returned to full first-team training.

Despite coming back, Martinez was not included in United’s matchday squads against Nottingham Forest and more recently, Tottenham Hotspur. Ruben Amorim and his coaching staff likely felt the defender was still not fit enough to contribute in either game.

Martinez will undoubtedly be hoping to finally get back to action when club football returns after the November international break.

A report covered by The Peoples Person relayed that Martinez could potentially train with Argentina and now, according to journalist Gaston Edul, Martinez has linked up with his fellow countryman despite not receiving a call-up.

Martinez makes big fitness decision

The Albiceleste are set to face Angola in a friendly next week.

The United star has left Carrington for Argentina. He will train with the squad ahead of the Angola clash as part of his rehabilitation.

While it may seem like an odd decision to let Martinez fly back home rather than remain at United, it could do him a world of good to be in a training environment that is intense and competitive.

With Harry Maguire injured, Amorim and United will be keen for Martinez to be in top condition when he slots back into the team.

The Red Devils are back in action on November 25 when they welcome Everton to Old Trafford.

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