Arsenal transfer target Explains why he is called ‘The Butcher’
Mikel Arteta have specifically requested for the signing of Ajax and Argentine Defender Lisandro Martinez but Arsenal have seen 2 of their bids rejected and face competition from Man Utd as New Head Coach Ten Hag wants to reinforce united squad.
Ajax have rejected 2 of arsenal bids for Martinez and recent reports says Man United have submitted an even bigger bid for the Defender.
Its also reported that Arsenal have decided to set up a meeting with Ajax as Edu wants to get the Deal done As Soon As Possible.
The sought after defender in a recent interview reveals his approach to football and why he got the nickname ‘Butcher’ which is one of major reasons why Arsenal and Man Utd are so eager to sign him.
“I am called the Canisero – the Butcher of Amsterdam,” he said. “We Argentines do everything with passion – and when I go out on the pitch I fight for every ball.
“If I have to step over dead bodies I do it. I want to win every 50-50 situation because I know that I am fighting for food for every member of my family and for my friends.
“That is the feeling I have – and every Argentinian has. It is the kind of motivation I cannot explain.”
Man Utd also have an advantage in the race to secure the signing of the Argentine defender as Martinez and Ten Hag worked together during Ten Haag time at Ajax.
“I am so proud of what I have achieved at Ajax and under Ten Hag,” said Martinez. “I grew as a player and became an Argentinian international thanks to my development at Ajax.
“And I even got to wear the captaincy armband for my country. That was the day my father cried, it was very emotional. My mum cried too, my uncles, aunties, cousins, everyone.
“The World Cup is definitely my goal. We have great players and we must all be ready for it. We won the Copa America together and can do it again.”
