Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez to join Chelsea from Aston Villa in £7.5-million deal
Thirty-three-year-old is set to sign a two-year contract with Chelsea, with an option to extend his stay for a further year. Leer más
Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez is set to join Chelsea from Aston Villa for a fee of £7.5 million, reports indicate. The World Cup winner will face the challenge of joining west London's club, signing a two-year contract with the option for a further year.
After Aston Villa signed Japan international Zion Suzuki from Parma, making him their first-choice goalkeeper, Chelsea moved for Martínez following doubts over Robert Sanchez, their current number one. Sanchez faced scrutiny after errors in Monday's 3-2 victory at Fulham.
Martínez, who joined Villa from Arsenal in 2020, has been instrumental in Argentina's 2022 World Cup triumph and was awarded the Golden Glove for his decisive saves in the final against France. He has been seeking a move for the past two seasons, but the deal between Chelsea and Aston Villa ensures he will continue playing in the Premier League.
It remains unclear if Martínez will partner with his international teammate Enzo Fernández, who is coveted by Manchester City. Reuniting with former Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca would see Fernández cost more than £100 million.
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