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  "title": "‘It’s done’: Michael Carrick outlines Lisandro Martinez stance after explosive Man United criticism",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/its-done-michael-carrick-outlines-lisandro-martinez-stance-after",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-16T12:48:27.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/michael-carrick-outlines-lisandro-martinez-123505954.html"
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  "account": "After criticizing Manchester United’s hierarchy following their loss to Atletico Madrid, Lisandro Martinez has apologized for his comments, with manager Michael Carrick declaring the situation \"done\". The defender had taken to social media to express his anger and frustration at technical director Jason Wilcox for not strengthening the squad and for not backing him in the transfer market. After meeting with Wilcox, Martinez issued a statement on social media apologizing for his remarks. Carrick stated that the situation is now behind them and that the team is focused on winning together. Former striker Wayne Rooney called Martinez's comments \"disrespectful\", but Carrick said he is satisfied with Martinez's statement and that the team has moved on from the drama.",
  "summary": "Martinez criticised United’s technical director Jason Wilcox for not doing enough to strengthen Carrick’s squad following Tuesday’s defeat at Atletico Madrid",
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