Manchester United defender Lisandro Martinez could be out for two months

Manchester United have announced Lisandro Martinez will be sidelined for an 'extended period' after aggravating the foot injury he suffered towards the end of last season

INJURED: Manchester United's Lisandro Martinez will be sidelined through injury for an 'extended period'. Pic: PA

Lisandro Martinez faces around two months on the sidelines having aggravated a previous foot complaint as Manchester United's injury-hit start to the season continues.

There have been 16 different United players injured or ill already this season, with seven sidelined for Saturday's Premier League home clash against Crystal Palace.