EPL: I love him – Lisandro Martinez names his Old Trafford idol

Manchester United defender, Lisandro Martinez has named Red Devils hero, Gabriel Heinze as his idol.

Martinez declared his love for Heinze, who played for United from 2004-07 but it was a memorable stint in England.

He won the Premier League in 2007 and was named fans’ player of the season at Old Trafford in 2004-05.

Martinez arrived at Old Trafford from Ajax over the summer.

“Gabriel Heinze is my idol. I love him,” Martinez told Sky Sports.

“I love the way he played, very aggressive, good mentality, good mentality in the duels. Every game as a final. He was a top player.

“I try to play like him. We are a bit different as well, but I like his mentality.”