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Manchester United defender Lisandro Martínez has been said to have rejected a transfer to Serie A winners Napoli, contrary to speculation that he would be making a move to Italy in recent days. As the Red Devils initiate an enormous squad overhaul following the appointment of new leadership, Martínez has insisted on staying at Old Trafford and fight for a place.
Napoli Interest & McTominay Reunion
Napoli interest in Martínez increased due to his previous chemistry with Scott McTominay, who left United last summer in a £25 million transfer and has since excelled in Serie A. The idea of bringing the two, both tactically and individually harmonious, back together interested Napoli's sporting director Giovanni Manna, as per reports.
But, as per various sources, including United In Focus, the Argentine defender is more worried about returning from an ACL injury that he picked up in February and has no interest in leaving Manchester.
Lisandro Martínez stance on Napoli links – United In Focus
Napoli targeting Martínez for summer move – The Scottish Sun
Manchester United's Summer Overhaul
Martínez's style offers much-needed defensive solidity in a period of turbulence at United. New manager Rúben Amorim is presiding over an end-to-end reformation of the team following last term's abysmal 15th Premier League position.
The club has already paid £62.5 million for Matheus Cunha from Wolves and now is pursuing Bryan Mbeumo from Brentford. United have made an offer of £45 million for the winger, with £10 million in add-ons. Mbeumo is said to be demanding £250,000 per week in wages — a very clear statement of ambition on behalf of player and club.
United make first bid for Bryan Mbeumo – talkSPORT
Man Utd Transfer News Live Updates – The Sun
Conclusion
As Martínez looks to remain and United tries to go all out to recruit support, the club is clearly determined to return stronger next season. Though a move to Napoli would have been headline-worthy, the Argentine's insistence is a reflection on being part of the comeback under Amorim.
Typically, with the transfer window, things have a knack of turning quickly — but for the moment, Lisandro Martínez appears destined to continue being a mainstay at Manchester United's defense through 2025 and beyond.
