He went on to concede the penalty that saw Cole Palmer double Chelsea's lead, getting himself sent off in the process.

In a moment of madness, Martinez threw his elbow into Wesley Fofana while trying to defend a corner, earning his second yellow card in the space of just two minutes.

It came just weeks after he lashed out at the United hierarchy in an explosive interview following their Champions League defeat at the hands of Atletico Madrid.

Interestingly, the defender might well end up at Atletico next season, with AS claiming they are interested in signing him on a free transfer in the summer.

It's claimed that United would be happy to let him leave when the campaign draws to a close, with neither side willing to negotiate an extension.

The report adds that an exit could be agreed as early as January, but that would depend on whether any offers arrive. Martinez will also be free to sign a pre-contract agreement with a foreign club at the turn of the year.

Joe Cole delivered a scathing assessment of Martinez's performance against Chelsea, insisting that his time at United should be brought to an end.

Speaking on TNT Sports, the former England midfielder said: "Whatever the next Manchester United, looks like, I think Lisandro Martinez has run his course.

"He's at fault for moments and goals like that, so I think that’s probably his time done."

After the final whistle, Cole added: "This is unfathomable. He loses his rag. I think he has been muscled in the corner and he has found himself out of position and lost his rag. It’s a massive mistake."