Martial sought by two Champions League teams following his departure from Man Utd

ANTHONY MARTIAL IS SOUGHT AFTER BY TWO CHAMPIONS LEAGUE CLUBS FOLLOWING HIS DEPARTURE FROM MAN UTD, WITH A POTENTIAL TRANSFER TO MLS ALSO ON THE TABLE FOR THE FRENCH FORWARD

Former Manchester United star Anthony Martial has reportedly become a significant transfer target for two Champions League clubs. The French forward, who spent nine years at Old Trafford, is garnering interest from several top-tier teams following his departure earlier this summer.

According to Sky Sports, Atalanta and Lille have both expressed a keen interest in signing Martial. Atalanta, in particular, is urgently seeking to bolster their attacking options after their star forward Gianluca Scamacca sustained an ACL injury during pre-season. Lille, another notable club in European football, is also eager to add Martial to their ranks, aiming to enhance their squad's offensive capabilities.

In addition to interest from European clubs, Martial is attracting attention from leagues across the globe, including Major League Soccer (MLS) in the United States, various clubs in Brazil, and teams in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Martial plans to carefully evaluate all these opportunities before making a final decision on his next move.

Following his exit from Manchester United, there were reports linking Martial with other prominent clubs such as Marseille, Lyon, and Besiktas. However, he decided against joining any of these teams, preferring to keep his options open as he considered the best fit for his career and personal aspirations.

Philippe Lamboley, Martial's agent, spoke to Sky Sports in June, shedding light on the forward's decision-making process. Lamboley emphasized that Martial, who is currently on vacation, is taking his time to study various projects and opportunities. He highlighted that Martial has been training diligently for the past two months to ensure he is in peak physical condition for his next club. At 28 years old, Martial is focused on finding an ambitious project that aligns with his goals of achieving high club success and earning a return to the France national team.

Addressing rumors about Martial's financial demands, Lamboley clarified that while finances are important for any professional player, they are not Martial's top priority. Instead, Martial is looking for a club that offers a compelling sporting project and a supportive family environment.

As Martial contemplates his next move, the football world watches with interest to see where the talented forward will land. His career at Manchester United, marked by 90 goals in 317 appearances, was hampered in recent years by a combination of injuries and inconsistent form. Nevertheless, Martial remains determined to reignite his career and fulfill his potential with a new club that matches his ambitions.