Manchester United might have a golden opportunity to secure the services of Emiliano Martinez this summer, as reports suggest Aston Villa are on the verge of announcing a new goalkeeper signing.
It’s been a season to forget for the Red Devils in the Premier League, finishing a dismal 15th in the table and failing to qualify for any European competition. The final blow came when they suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 defeat to Tottenham in the Europa League final, dashing their last hope of Champions League qualification.
Despite the turbulent campaign, INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe have decided to stand by manager Ruben Amorim, pledging their support for a summer rebuild. Their goal is to equip the former Sporting CP boss with the necessary tools to implement his tactical vision, starting with a strong transfer window.
Manchester United have already made a splash in the market, securing Wolves’ Matheus Cunha for £62.5 million to bolster their attack. Meanwhile, Brentford’s Bryan Mbeumo remains on their radar as they aim to address multiple areas of the squad.
However, one position under intense scrutiny is the goalkeeper spot. Andre Onana has faced heavy criticism this season, with rumors swirling that Amorim is ready to part ways with the Cameroonian shot-stopper. Enter Emiliano Martinez, the Argentine goalkeeper who has been a standout performer for Aston Villa over the past five years.
The speculation gained traction after Martinez and teammate Leon Bailey were seen in tears following Villa’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham in their final match of the season. Villa boss Unai Emery’s cryptic comments when asked about the duo’s future only added fuel to the fire: “Of course, it is the last match here, and I don’t know. We will see about the team, the players, but they are responding on the field.”
According to the Daily Mirror, Aston Villa are closing in on a deal for Dutch goalkeeper Marco Bizot from French side Brest. This move has been interpreted as a potential exit signal for Martinez, with Manchester United reportedly keen on bringing the World Cup winner to Old Trafford.
Bizot, a Netherlands international, is said to be eager for a new challenge in the Premier League, while Emery is reportedly exploring options to replace Martinez, whose long-term future at Villa Park remains uncertain.
As the summer transfer window heats up, all eyes will be on Manchester United and their pursuit of Martinez, a player who could provide the stability and experience they desperately need between the posts.
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