What would Martinez's team-mates buy him?

Thursday 18 January 2024 13:00

Meat and mate were two of the birthday gifts suggested for Lisandro Martinez by his Manchester United team-mates.

The Argentina defender turns 26 today (Thursday) after making his eagerly awaited comeback from injury as a substitute in our last outing, the 2-2 draw with Tottenham in the Premier League.

To mark the occasion, we messaged some of his fellow Reds to ask them what they would buy for the South American and you can read their responses below.

Diogo Dalot:

"I would offer him a new mate cup."

Christian Eriksen:

"Oh, wow! No idea! Get him three points the next game he plays!"

Bruno Fernandes:

"Some good Argentinian meat for him to do assado [a South American barbeque]."

Rasmus Hojlund:

"A sparring partner!"

Facundo Pellistri:

"I think a mate inspired in MUFC."

Mate, pronounced "mah-tay", is a traditional South American herbal tea, which is very popular with players from that continent.

We hope you have a great birthday, Licha!

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