The Argentina international was forced off during the second half of Sunday’s 3-0 Premier League win over West Ham at Old Trafford.
A club statement confirmed the popular defender has suffered an injury to the medial collateral ligament in his knee, and he is now set for a spell on the sidelines.
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Our defender has sustained a knee injury and is expected to be out of action for at least eight weeks. #MUFC — Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 5, 2024It is a hugely disappointing setback for Martinez, who only recently returned from a previous long-term injury, but he remains upbeat and determined to bounce back.