Chelsea considers Emiliano Martinez amid goalkeeping issues
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 7:50 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
Chelsea is reportedly contemplating a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. Former Manchester United player Paul Scholes suggested that Chelsea should acquire Martinez, as his potential transfer to Juventus has collapsed. The goalkeeper had a noteworthy season, recording 14 clean sheets in 44 appearances for Aston Villa. Martinez's contract with Villa runs until the summer of 2029, which might complicate a potential deal. Scholes believes Martinez could enhance Chelsea's goalkeeping department under manager Xabi Alonso.
- •Emiliano Martinez's move to Juventus has fallen through
- •Martinez kept 14 clean sheets last season
- •Scholes advocates for Chelsea to sign Martinez
- •Chelsea's goalkeeping situation has been a concern
- •Martinez's contract with Aston Villa lasts until 2029
- 7:50 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea Urged To Move In For This Aston Villa Keeper: Should Alonso Get Him On Board?
"Speaking on The Good, The Bad & The Football podcast, Manchester United legend Paul Scholes urged Chelsea to move in for Aston Villa keeper Emiliano Martinez. Scholes said,‘I think the goalkeeper i...
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