Cristian Romero picks Lisandro Martinez as his standout team-mate

Published on: 29 October 2026

Atletico defender Cristian Romero has named Manchester United player Lisandro Martinez as the best footballer he has played alongside, with Lionel Messi excluded from consideration.

Romero and Martinez have not been team-mates at club level, but they play together for Argentina. The pair have formed part of the national-team set-up, with Romero having made 61 appearances for Argentina and scored five goals.

Martinez has represented the national side 38 times and has scored twice.

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