According to a report by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano on X on Friday, October 16, 2026, Manchester United have fined defender Lisandro Martínez following a recent controversy, with the club now considering the matter closed.

The Argentine defender reportedly met with manager Michael Carrick and Manchester United directors to explain the situation and apologise. The discussions allowed Martínez to clarify his position as the club reviewed the incident internally.

Romano confirmed that United had decided to impose a financial penalty on the defender as punishment. However, after hearing his explanation and receiving his apology, the club decided that no further disciplinary action was necessary.

The decision brings United’s internal disciplinary process to an end, allowing the club to move forward from the controversy.

Martínez’s meeting with Carrick and the club’s directors played an important role in resolving the issue. According to Romano, the defender addressed the situation directly, explained his position and apologised before the club reached its final decision.

The financial penalty represents the punishment imposed by United, while the closure of the case indicates that the incident is no longer being treated as an ongoing disciplinary matter.

The development follows earlier reports about Martínez’s discussions with the United manager. Romano’s latest update provides further details about the club’s response after considering the defender’s explanation.

With the matter now considered closed, attention is expected to return to Martínez’s performances and his role in Manchester United’s campaign under Carrick. Romano shared additional details in a video linked to his post.