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Arsenal and Chelsea club crests (Picture: Getty) Chelsea have opened talks to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in the final days of the transfer window, according to reports. Martinez is said to be keen on the move, with his long-term future at Villa increasingly uncertain after recent developments. The Argentine shotstopper had been in talks with Juventus, but that deal broke down, with the Italian side instead signing Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario. Villa have since signed Zion Suzuki from Parma who is expected to be Unai Emery’s first-choice this season. Exclusive Premier League previews Get ahead of the start of the season with our weekly football newsletter. Sign up now for free. Martinez was not in Villa’s squad for their league opener against Brighton on Sunday, and according to The Athletic is now in talks over a move to Stamford Bridge. Chelsea started the season with Robert Sanchez in goal against Fulham, but the Spaniard was at fault for both goals his side conceded in the 3-2 victory at Craven Cottage. The Blues were linked with a move for Martinez earlier in the window, but were said to be happy with Sanchez and young Mike Penders as their keepers heading into the new season. But Xabi Alonso’s side now appear to have had a change of heart, with talks with Martinez’s representatives now talking place ahead of the September 1 transfer deadline. More to follow… Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
Chelsea have been offered the chance to sign Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa to fix their goalkeeping problem - and are considering completing a deal this week.
The representatives of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez have offered the player to Chelsea, who are reportedly considering a transfer. The Argentina international looks to be on his way out of Villa Park this summer, though so far a move has failed to materialise for him. Fabrizio Romano has previously reported on Juventus being keen […] The post David Ornstein reveals Chelsea are considering Emiliano Martinez transfer following contact appeared first on CaughtOffside.
The transfer window is now open until September 1 and it's sure to be a busy period as clubs look to make big signings ahead of the new season. Here are today's latest developments...
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