Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke has come out to blast the Red Devils for failing to sign Emi Martinez this summer. He recently revealed that Emi Martinez has the required personality to thrive at Old Trafford.
According to him, as a World Cup winner who has seen it all at the highest level, Martinez has what it takes to be a leader at the back for Manchester United.
Disclosing that he expected the Argentine goalkeeper to be the club’s main target for the position, he stated that he was clearly wrong.
“Emi Martinez has a big personality, there’s no two ways about that. He’s won the World Cup, he’s one of the best at saving penalties, and he’s got character – he’s got everything.
Ideally, I thought we were going to get him because at one stage it looked like he was dead certain to be going to United,” he said.
Yorke further noted that the deal not materializing before the window closes will be a major disappointment for MUFC.
He concluded by saying that staying at Aston Villa would not be a bad idea for Martinez since he is used to the club.
“He probably tried to force that move, but for some reason it didn’t materialise, which in my opinion is a bit of a disappointment.
However, Villa is also a club that I’m very familiar with, so whether he stays at Villa, I think it’s a good move for him as well. But I’m sure United would love to have him,” he added.
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