It’s good that he’s back. The defensive line would be more rigid with him around” – Ruben Amorim has received a defensive boost at Manchester United just in time for his first match in charge against Ipswich. Key players returning from injury will strengthen the backline, giving Amorim more options and stability as he looks to implement his tactics and start his tenure on a solid note. This added depth in defense could be crucial in helping United regain form and build momentum under their new head coach.

Manchester United’s new head coach Ruben Amorim will have Lisandro Martinez available for his debut match against Ipswich Town later this month.

Martinez, who transferred from Ajax to United in July 2022, was under the risk of suspension after collecting four yellow cards in the Premier League this season.

According to league rules, players who amass five yellow cards in their team’s first 19 matches receive a one-game suspension.

Martinez’s latest caution came in United’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea, where he received a yellow card for a late tackle on Chelsea’s Cole Palmer.

Although VAR reviewed the incident, the yellow card decision by referee Robert Jones remained unchanged. This was Martinez’s fourth booking, adding to cautions from matches against Liverpool, Tottenham, and Crystal Palace.

A consistent starter, Martinez has begun in 10 of United’s 11 league matches this season, already close to surpassing last season’s league appearance tally of 11, despite injuries affecting his previous season.

Amorim is anticipated to introduce a 3-4-3 formation, positioning Martinez on the left of a back three due to his left-footed skill and ball-handling abilities.

United concluded the latest stretch of matches without Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire, leaving their availability for the Ipswich fixture on November 24 uncertain.

Martinez was joined in the matchday squad by Matthijs de Ligt, Jonny Evans, and Victor Lindelof. Meanwhile, midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is nearing a suspension of his own, having also received four yellow cards.

Should he reach 10 yellows in the first 32 matches, he will face a two-game ban, although yellow cards from the Premier League do not impact Carabao Cup or FA Cup games.

Manchester United’s new head coach Ruben Amorim will indeed have Lisandro Martinez available for his debut match against Ipswich Town on November 24. Martinez, who joined from Ajax in July 2022, was close to a suspension after picking up four yellow cards in the Premier League this season. According to league rules, a player receives a one-game suspension if they collect five yellow cards within their team’s first 19 league matches.

Martinez’s latest caution occurred during United’s 1-1 draw with Chelsea, where he was booked for a late tackle on Cole Palmer. Referee Robert Jones issued the yellow card, which stood following a VAR review. This marked Martinez’s fourth yellow card, with previous bookings in games against Liverpool, Tottenham, and Crystal Palace.

Martinez has been a consistent starter, featuring in 10 of United’s 11 league games this season, already nearing last season’s 11 appearances, which were limited by injuries. Under Amorim, United is expected to line up in a 3-4-3 formation, where Martinez’s left-footed skill and ball-playing ability make him ideal for the left side of a back three.

As United prepares for Ipswich, the status of defenders Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire remains uncertain. Martinez will likely be joined by Matthijs de Ligt, Jonny Evans, and Victor Lindelof in the defensive lineup. Meanwhile, midfielder Kobbie Mainoo is also on the verge of suspension, having received four yellow cards, and faces a two-game ban if he reaches 10 cautions within the first 32 league games.