Sundowns’ R46.7m signing Matias Esquivel is returning to his native Argentina. Don’t you think he looks like Man United defender Lisandro Martínez?
Sundowns score big with Esquivel moving back to Argentina
According to iDiskiTimes, the Argentinian playmaker will return to his homeland to link up with Primera División with Club Atlético Talleres. He arrived for a reported R46.7 million in January and has made only 13 appearances for the club, bagging two goals and an assist. Reports indicate his move to Talleres will be a season-long loan with a buy option. If that option is triggered, Sundowns will scoop a profit on their initial investment. The South African champions also open up a foreign slot in their squad.
Esquivel and Man United defender Martínez separated at birth?
If you’re a Man United fan, as approximately 10% of the entire human population unfortunately are, you’ll lament the injury issues plaguing Argentinian defender Lisandro Martínez. Nicknamed “The Butcher” during his days at Ajax Amsterdam, Martínez has been a rare source of joy for Red Devils fans with his aggressive defensive style and uncompromising tackling, despite his modest height. But let’s also all admit that he looks a lot like his compatriot Matias Esquivel. They aren’t related, but if you told us they were, we’d believe you!
Man United rescued their 2023-2024 season
By beating Man City in last season’s FA Cup final, United finished on a high in an otherwise forgettable campaign. Erik Ten Hag kept his job, but attack coach Benni McCarthy didn’t. United begin their new campaign against City in the Community Shield as the FA Cup winners take on the Premier League champions in the traditional season curtain-raiser. That game is on Saturday 10 August at 16:00.
Betway Premiership return looms large
The new campaign gets underway on Saturday 14 September. Defending champions Sundowns host SuperSport United while Royal AM vs Cape Town City is the other early match on the opening day. Kaizer Chiefs are away to Marumo Gallants while Orlando Pirates host Chippa. Polokwane City meets AmaZulu and Sekhukhune welcomes promoted Magesi FC to round out the action on Saturday. Sunday 15 September’s fixtures are Richards Bay vs TS Galaxy and Stellies vs Golden Arrows.
Who’s going to win the Betway Premiership in 2024-2025?
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