Manchester United players were reportedly prevented from speaking to reporters following their 1-1 draw against Leeds United, amid growing scrutiny of the club after Lisandro Martinez’s recent criticism of the management.
The incident occurred on Sunday after the Premier League encounter at Elland Road, where United captain Bruno Fernandes and forward Matheus Cunha indicated that they were not permitted to grant interviews to journalists.
According to reports, Fernandes told reporters waiting in the mixed zone, “I can’t speak, I’m not allowed,” while Cunha also declined to speak to the press.
The development came days after Martinez reportedly received a fine following his outspoken comments about the club’s hierarchy after Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat to Atletico Madrid in the Champions League.
The Argentine defender had publicly called for greater investment in the squad and challenged director of football Jason Wilcox to do more to strengthen the team.
His comments reportedly triggered internal discussions, with the club keen to avoid further controversy surrounding the team’s performances and management.
However, reports indicated that no specific instruction had been issued by the club’s press officers directing players to avoid speaking to written journalists, leaving some uncertainty about the circumstances surrounding the incident. <Cite refs={[“turn123286news10″,”turn123286search1”]}/>
Maguire Speaks as Pressure Mounts on United
While several of his teammates declined to comment, defender Harry Maguire was the only Manchester United player reported to have given post-match interviews to broadcast rights holders and the club’s official television channel, MUTV.
Maguire acknowledged that the team could improve its performance, particularly in possession, but praised the players’ determination and fighting spirit.
The draw against Leeds added to United’s difficult run of results, increasing pressure on manager Michael Carrick and his squad to deliver better performances.
The reported restriction on player interviews has also raised questions about the club’s approach to media communication at a time when tensions surrounding its performances and leadership remain under scrutiny.
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