David de Gea starts in goal for the Red Devils in the third-round encounter. Diogo Dalot, Raphael Varane, Tyrell Malacia, and Luke Shaw complete the back four for Erik ten Hag’s side.
Christian Eriksen, Casemiro, and Bruno Fernandes are the midfield three for the game. Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford, and summer-signing Antony form the attack.
Antony’s former Ajax teammate Martinez, however, missed out for the game. The Argentine played well for his national team as he helped La Albiceleste lift the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar.
He is yet to start for the Red Devils since his return to the club.
Martinez has established himself as a crucial cog of Ten Hag’s team’s defense since his summer arrival from Ajax.
The central defender has made 22 appearances this season, with 19 of those coming as starters in the playing XI.
With the Manchester derby approaching, fans believe the Argentine needs to be at the peak of his fitness. Hence, Ten Hag should have handed the player a start against Everton and helped him find the rhythm back.
Here are some of the reactions from Manchester United fans on Twitter regarding Martinez’s absence from the lineup against Everton:
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag spoke about Lisandro Martinez making a cameo appearance against Bournemouth
Lisandro Martinez came on as a late substitute during Manchester United’s 3-0 Premier League win against Bournemouth on January 3.
Diogo Dalot was also given a few minutes against the Cherries.
Speaking about the duo and the importance of rotation policy, Ten Hag told the club’s official media:
Ten Hag further praised Bruno Fernandes, claiming that the Portuguese midfielder has acted as an example in recent times. He said:
Fernandes has contributed three goals and five assists in 24 games across competitions this season.
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