Manchester United have launched talks to sign Aston Villa Emiliano Martinez. Reports from Argentina suggest that the World Cup-winning goalkeeper is embracing a summer switch to Old Trafford.
According to ESPN Argentina, Martinez has expressed interest in joining United as the club is looking for a new goalkeeper before next season.
The 32-year-old Argentine shot stopper has been a consistent performer both in the club and in the country for the past two years.
Argentina’s heroics at the 2022 World Cup raised his global profile and then provided consistently strong performances for the Premier League and Europe’s Aston Villa.
Man United wants to replace Andre Onana
United’s Martínez’s pursuit comes with growing concerns about the current No. 1 Andre Onana’s shape and future.
Signed by Inter Milan in 2023 for £47 million, Onana endured the turbulent spell at Old Trafford, with several high-profile mistakes eroding his performance in key matches.
The Cameroonian goalkeeper added the uncertainty surrounding his role by refusing to rule out potential departures in a recent interview in Burkina Faso.
With New Reuben Amorim trying to rebuild his team, Martinez has emerged as an important target offering greater stability and reliability at the back.
Amorim will have to pay a lot to sign Martinez
Aston Villa could potentially charge a significant fee from first-choice goalkeeper, especially after his important contributions.
However, if United moves resolutely, the temptation to play for one of the world’s biggest clubs could be enough to seduce Martinez into a new chapter in his career.
Villa Manager Unai Emery describes Martinez as a “leader.”
The Red Devils also held discussions with Eintracht Frankfurt attacker Hugo Ekitike.
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