He is going to be a great player because whenever He is playing even my players used to afraid of Him,He is Ten Hag secret weapon’: Pep Guardiola hails One Man United despite their narrow loss yesterday

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola praised Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez, even though he did not participate in Sunday’s match.

Unfortunately, we are discussing another loss on derby day.

United went to the Etihad Stadium with few expecting a win, but Marcus Rashford scored a brilliant early goal.

United’s performance heightened hopes of victory, but City showed improvement in the second half.

Phil Foden scored two goals to put City in the lead, and Erling Haaland scored the third goal to secure City’s 3-1 victory.

The investigation into United’s loss has commenced, with Pep Guardiola praising a standout United player.

Pep Guardiola’s thoughts on Lisandro Martinez
City manager Guardiola conversed with Sky Sports following the victory over United and demonstrated comprehension of the circumstances surrounding Erik ten Hag.

Guardiola pointed out that United were without Rasmus Hojlund and Lisandro Martinez.

Guardiola finds it challenging for United to cope with the absence of a striker in good form and a key center back.

Guardiola praised Martinez as a ‘top-class’ player, showing admiration for him after witnessing his influence when playing for United.

Currently in peak form and scoring goals, the striker is now sidelined due to injury. Guardiola described Lisandro, an Argentine center defender, as a top-class player who is currently injured, making the situation challenging.

When will Martinez return?
United urgently require Martinez’s return from injury since he provides perfect equilibrium on the left flank of Ten Hag’s defensive line.

The ex-Ajax player sustained a medial collateral ligament injury during a match against West Ham United earlier this month.

United indicated that Martinez will be absent for about eight weeks, indicating that we are currently halfway through his recovery period.

Martinez was there at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday to show support for his colleagues while aiming to make a comeback.

United must be cautious not to hurry Martinez back despite his early return and history of frequent injuries.