The real reason that caused Ec Athens shocked former Manchester United star Anthony Martial.
After a somewhat moderate profession in United, Martial’s time in Old Trafford ended after the 2023/24 season, after the end of his contract.
The striker achieved 317 games and scored 90 goals throughout his nine seasons with United, with many setbacks that greatly affect him during his last seasons.
Once Martial became available as a free agent, he was associated with many high clubs, but he ultimately chose to join the Greek side Aek Athens, and now we know the exact reason.
In September, Martial’s transfer to Athens was officially confirmed, where it was reported that the Greek club is providing a 28 -year -old, 2.5 million pounds for each season.
The French has been impressed so far, as he scored nine goals and a two assistance in 19 games, however it was revealed that AEK felt that the signature of Martial was a gamble and some of his former teammates were the ones who managed to persuade them to complete the deal.
According to The Sun, his Martial teammates told his new club that he would perform the best of his power as long as it was clear that the director believed in him and played him regularly, a privilege he did not give him in United.
A source from AEK explained: “Based on our research and conversations with other players at UTD, his main problem is that he felt disturbed.
“One of them told us,” don’t worry at all, as soon as he plays and finds regular minutes he will hand it immediately. He is a great man and works hard in training. “
Anthony Martial presented his last appearance to Manchester United during the 3-0 loss in the Premier League against Bournemouth on December 09, 2023. (Photo: Getty)
The source continued, claiming that the new Martial club believed that the reason for its troubled record in United was due to the lack of a fixed minutes of it during his nine -year talisman.
“In the opinion of the club, its injuries occurred because its last few appearances were very intermittent,” the source claimed
“This affected this, as it made it more likely to harm during the amount of time it was given. It was mainly the rhythm of the limited match.
“We haven’t noticed anything anxiety. There is no concern about his training and nothing needs to avoid during training. He is training properly and the program is followed just like anyone else.
“His standards were quite well, as his doctor was. He became a suitable match very quickly. He is normally training despite the required program and game style. He has no problem yet.”
2025-02-21 15:28:00
