Lisandro Martinez injury update and return date confirmed after World Cup final injury

Lisandro Martinez left the pitch in the World Cup final holding his thigh in pain.

Not only was Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez on the losing side of the 2026 World Cup final, but his match was cut short through injury.

With less than a month to go until the start of the 2026/27 Premier League season, United now know when Martinez will return.

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When Lisandro Martinez will return

United have made a strong start in pre-season, and there are players returning from the World Cup over the next few weeks.

As Martinez reached the final of the World Cup, he was always going to be given an extended break this summer.

According to Andy Mitten, via The National News, United are not concerned that Martinez’s injury is a serious one.

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There is confidence that Martinez will be back fit and available for the start of the season.

United kick off their 2026/27 Premier League campaign with a trip to face newly-promoted Hull City on August 22.

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United’s return to the Champions League means that the Red Devils will compete in four competitions in 2026/27.

Michael Carrick will need depth, experience and quality in every position, and United’s centre-back choices look strong ahead of the next season.

With Martinez set to be fit, it means that Carrick should have four first-team centre-backs to choose from at the start of the campaign.

Matthijs de Ligt is recovering from surgery and is set to miss the start of the season, but the Dutch defender should be available before the start of 2027.

Meanwhile, academy graduate Jacob Devaney has impressed in defence during pre-season and could become an extra option if needed.