
Lisandro Martinez was absent from the Ajax training ground at De Toekomst this morning as a move to Manchester United beckons, according to De Telegraaf.
Martinez has been a top transfer target for Erik ten Hag this summer as the United boss seeks a reunion with one of his trusted lieutenants.
Arsenal were also interested in landing the 24-year-old but the Gunners failed to meet his asking price which left United as the favourites to secure a move.
Following numerous meetings – the most recent of which took place yesterday in Amsterdam – United and Ajax are close to reaching an agreement for the transfer of Matinez and his absence from practice this morning all but confirms an imminent departure.
Finally, United look to have gotten their man
United kicked off the summer window at a slow pace as the pursuit of Frenkie de Jong dominated the headlines early on.
However, The Red Devils have made progress with other targets since then, recently completing a move for Tyrell Malacia who was seemingly set to go to Lyon.
Christian Eriksen has also been snapped up as a free agent and is set to join the rest of his teammates as early this weekend for the next stage of pre-season in Australia.
The impending arrival of Martinez represents the latest positive development in United’s transfer plans in what has been a largely productive last couple of weeks.
Capable of playing as a centre-back, left-back and midfielder, the Argentine defender’s versatility affords his soon-to-be new employers a variety of options which is sure to come in handy.
Meanwhile, United have reached a total agreement with Barcelona for the services of de Jong after continuous back and forth between the clubs over the last month or so.
Ahead of the start of the upcoming season, serious strides look to have been made in reinforcing certain areas of concern and the Old Trafford faithful should have cause for optimism as ten Hag oversees his first campaign at the helm of affairs.

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