Emiliano Martínez is poised to join Juventus from Aston Villa, according to reports from Sky Sports Italia and Gazzetta dello Sport. The 33-year-old Argentinian goalkeeper has reportedly agreed to a three-year contract with the Turin club, accepting a reduced salary compared to his current earnings in England.
The move comes as Juventus seek to bolster their squad ahead of next season. While they will not feature in the Champions League, the club are looking to strengthen in key positions, and Martínez represents a high-profile addition. Aston Villa, however, are expected to demand a transfer fee between €10 million and €15 million for their goalkeeper.
Martínez has been a key player for Aston Villa since joining from Arsenal in 2020, playing a crucial role in their European qualification this past season. He was also instrumental in Argentina’s victorious 2022 World Cup campaign, winning the Golden Glove award. His shot-stopping ability and commanding presence in the box have made him one of the Premier League’s most respected goalkeepers.
Juventus are reportedly hoping to secure Martínez on a free transfer, a prospect that would require convincing Aston Villa to release him. Martínez himself is expected to request that his current club facilitate the move to Italy. The potential arrival of Martínez could impact the future of current Juventus goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny, though the club have not yet commented on this aspect of the transfer. This move would provide Juventus with a world-class option in goal for the foreseeable future, and strengthen their position in Serie A.
