Roy Keane has criticised Lisandro Martinez for suggesting that Manchester United had a good season last year, arguing that the defender should face a two-week salary deduction for his remarks.

Speaking on The Overlap, the former Manchester United captain questioned Martinez’s assessment of the team’s previous campaign. Keane believes the club’s performances did not justify describing the season as a successful one.

The debate followed Manchester United’s Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid, after which Martinez openly questioned the club’s transfer investment. The Argentine defender also mentioned football director Jason Wilcox during his criticism, attracting significant attention from fans and football observers.

Martinez’s comments have added to the ongoing discussion about Manchester United’s direction, recruitment strategy and overall performance. The club has faced scrutiny over its results and decisions, making the defender’s public remarks particularly controversial.

Keane’s response reflects his long-standing demand for higher standards at Manchester United. His suggestion that Martinez should lose two weeks’ wages highlights his disagreement with the defender’s positive assessment of the team’s previous season.

The exchange has sparked further debate about whether players should publicly criticise their club’s leadership and how much responsibility they should take for the team’s performances.