Juventus are closely monitoring Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez following his standout performance in the recent World Cup final, according to reports in Italy. Despite Argentina’s defeat to Spain after extra time, Martínez delivered a man-of-the-match display, making a total of 11 saves throughout the contest.
The goalkeeper proved to be a significant obstacle for the Spanish attack, repeatedly denying scoring opportunities and keeping Argentina within reach until the final whistle. Martínez recorded five saves within the penalty area and prevented an estimated 2.03 goals, according to statistical analysis of the match. Beyond shot-stopping, he also contributed to Argentina’s build-up play, completing 70 touches and 58% of his attempted passes.
Martínez’s 11 saves set a new record for the most saves made by a goalkeeper in a World Cup final, solidifying his reputation as one of the world’s top goalkeepers. Juventus are currently seeking a reliable long-term solution in goal and the club’s management has reportedly been impressed by the Argentinian’s performance on the world stage.
Securing Martínez will not be straightforward, as Aston Villa are unlikely to willingly part with their key player. However, Juventus are exploring multiple avenues to potentially convince the Premier League club to negotiate a transfer. The Bianconeri are actively searching for a new number one and believe that acquiring a goalkeeper capable of single-handedly bolstering a national team would be a significant coup for the club. The report suggests Juventus have multiple options being considered, with Martínez a primary target.
