Aston Villa are in the midst of negotiations with Serie A side Juventus over the future of their Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, a deal that could reshape both clubs’ squads ahead of the new season.
Financial demands shape the dialogue
Juventus have tabled a package worth up to €10 million, comprising a fixed €7 million payment plus €3 million in performance‑related add‑ons, but Villa are holding out for a guaranteed €10 million fee that reflects the keeper’s market value.
Martinez, who signed a contract extending to 2029, has become a cornerstone of Villa’s recent successes, making 256 appearances since his arrival in 2020 and contributing to a fourth‑place Premier League finish and a Europa League triumph last campaign.
His international résumé includes eight appearances for Argentina at the 2022 World Cup, where the team fell 1‑0 to Spain in the final, a tournament that cemented his reputation on the world stage.
The talks come amid a broader turnover at Villa, with forwards Morgan Rogers, midfielders Youri Tielemans and Lucas Digne, as well as defender Ezri Konsa, all linked to exits, while Manchester United’s failed loan attempt and subsequent signing of Senne Lammens illustrate the competitive market for experienced keepers.
If an agreement is reached, the transfer would not only provide Villa with a substantial cash injection but also signal Juventus’s intent to reinforce their defensive options, setting the stage for a potentially busy summer in the transfer window.