Chelsea considers late move for Aston Villa's Emi Martinez
5 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 1:36 PM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Chelsea is contemplating a late transfer for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez amid concerns regarding their current No. 1, Robert Sanchez. Chelsea's decision comes after Sanchez faced criticism following errors in a recent victory against Fulham. Martinez, who needs to secure a new club after Villa signed Zion Suzuki for approximately £30 million, was previously sought by Juventus, although that deal did not materialize. Reports indicate that Martinez's representatives have reached out to Chelsea regarding the potential transfer.
- •Chelsea is evaluating a transfer for Emi Martinez from Aston Villa.
- •Robert Sanchez has received criticism for his recent performances.
- •Martinez seeks a new club after Zion Suzuki was signed by Villa.
- •Juventus was interested in Martinez but chose another goalkeeper.
- 1:48 PMThe Guardian Sport — Chelsea in talks with Emiliano Martínez’s camp after being offered goalkeeper
- 1:36 PMBBC Sport — Chelsea in contact over move for Villa goalkeeper Martinez
- 1:28 PMYahoo Sports — Chelsea in contact over move for Villa goalkeeper Martinez
"Experienced World Cup winner wants to leave Aston Villa Sánchez errors at Fulham led to Chelsea conceding Chelsea have been offered Emiliano Martínez and are considering making an offer for the goalkeeper. Martínez has told Aston Villa he wants to leave but a move to Juventus collapsed last week after Villa had signed his replacement, Zion Suzuki, from Parma for £30m. Goalkeeper has been a problematic position for Chelsea in recent seasons, with Robert Sánchez mainly the No 1 but prone to mistakes. Mike Penders, 21, is being lined up to become the first-choice keeper, but the new Chelsea manager, Xabi Alonso, selected Sánchez for Monday’s win against Fulham and two Sánchez errors led to goals. Continue reading...
"Chelsea consider a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after making contact with the Argentina international's representatives.
"Chelsea consider a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after making contact with the Argentina international's representatives.
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External links- The Guardian SportAug 26, 2026, 1:48 PMChelsea in talks with Emiliano Martínez’s camp after being offered goalkeeper
Experienced World Cup winner wants to leave Aston Villa Sánchez errors at Fulham led to Chelsea conceding Chelsea have been offered Emiliano Martínez and are considering making an offer for the goalkeeper. Martínez has told Aston Villa he wants to leave but a move to Juventus collapsed last week after Villa had signed his replacement, Zion Suzuki, from Parma for £30m. Goalkeeper has been a problematic position for Chelsea in recent seasons, with Robert Sánchez mainly the No 1 but prone to mistakes. Mike Penders, 21, is being lined up to become the first-choice keeper, but the new Chelsea manager, Xabi Alonso, selected Sánchez for Monday’s win against Fulham and two Sánchez errors led to goals. Continue reading...
- BBC SportAug 26, 2026, 1:36 PMChelsea in contact over move for Villa goalkeeper Martinez
Chelsea consider a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after making contact with the Argentina international's representatives.
- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 1:28 PMChelsea in contact over move for Villa goalkeeper Martinez
Chelsea consider a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after making contact with the Argentina international's representatives.
- Sky Sports—Chelsea considering late move for Villa's Martinez
Chelsea are considering a late move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez.
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