Emi Martinez set for final say on future as Aston Villa make new transfer plan

Emi Martinez’s Aston Villa future remains uncertain after he attracted transfer interest from Manchester United in the summer window.

Even though they eyed a move for Martinez, Man United opted to sign goalkeeper Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp instead.

However, the Aston Villa man appeared set to move to the North West when he wasn’t named in Unai Emery’s matchday squad for a Premier League defeat to Crystal Palace on the eve of transfer deadline day.

Meanwhile, Villa successfully signed Harvey Elliott from Liverpool on Monday, 1 September, as they look to improve on their poor start to the top-flight season.

Aston Villa want Emi Martinez to be available for selection

As well as landing their move for Elliott, Aston Villa acquired Jadon Sancho on loan from Manchester United before the transfer window closed.

The winger notched five goals and eight assists while on loan with Chelsea last term, but fell out of favour at Old Trafford.

Meanwhile, as reported by The Athletic on Friday, 5 September, Martinez is expected to be reintegrated into Unai Emery’s squad after returning from international duty with Argentina.

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The report adds that Villa’s plan will hinge on how the goalkeeper responds.

Football Insider have exclusively revealed that Martinez is prepared to reject offers from Saudi Arabia and Turkiye to stay with Aston Villa this term.

Unai Emery needs Emi Martinez to return to his best form

Football Insider verdict

While Martinez is set to stay at Villa Park until at least the January transfer window, Emery needs his goalkeeper to return to his best form.

The West Midlands club have endured a slow start to the new Premier League season, as they were held to a 0-0 draw by Newcastle United before enduring consecutive defeats at the hands of Brentford and Crystal Palace.

Meanwhile, Martinez has played a vital role in elevating Aston Villa from a former top-flight struggler to a genuine powerhouse in the English game once again.

The 2022 World Cup winner was a valuable asset for Emery’s men last term, as they reached the Champions League quarter-finals and the FA Cup semi-finals.

While the West Midlands outfit have their sights set on enjoying another successful season in the Premier League alongside their battle for Europa League glory, Emery needs Martinez to perform.

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