Lisandro Martinez names Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus as his toughest Premier League opponent over Erling Haaland and Harry Kane
Manchester United’s Lisandro Martinez has named Arsenal star Gabriel Jesus as the toughest opponent he has faced in the Premier League.
The Man United defender has faced a variety of top forwards since moving to the league, including Harry Kane and Erling Haaland, but it’s the Arsenal man that he regards as his toughest.
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There were plenty of questions about Martinez’s physicality when he first joined due to his height, but he has answered his critics so far.
However, in an interview with the , Martinez cites Jesus as his biggest challenge.
The two clashed when Arsenal travelled to Old Trafford, having been unbeaten in the league while Man United were recovering from a poor start.
Erik ten Hag’s side were resolute at the back and efficient going forward, securing a 3-1 win, but there was still plenty to worry about for the Argentine.
Jesus continuously ran at him and his movement proved to be a problem for Martinez and despite the scoreline, the defender knew it wasn’t easy.
Jesus missed the reverse fixture at the Emirates Stadium due to injury, but Arsenal ran out 3-2 winners this time around.
Over the last few months, Martinez has grown into his role at Old Trafford, forming a solid partnership with Raphael Varane at the back.
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