Emi Martinez makes Chelsea debut against Brighton on transfer deadline day
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Aug 30, 2026
Emiliano Martinez has made his Chelsea debut after joining from Aston Villa for £7.5 million. The goalkeeper was included in the starting lineup for the match against Brighton at Stamford Bridge on August 30, 2026. Martinez replaces Robert Sanchez, who is absent amid speculation of leaving the club before the transfer deadline. Enzo Fernandez is also omitted from the squad with a potential transfer to Manchester City in progress. Chelsea confirmed this lineup ahead of their match against Brighton.
- •Martinez joined Chelsea from Aston Villa on a £7.5 million deal.
- •Sanchez and Fernandez are omitted from the squad against Brighton.
- •Chelsea confirmed the lineup shortly before the match on August 30.
- •Martinez expressed excitement about joining Chelsea and aims for success.
- 12:01 PMYahoo Sports — Emi Martinez makes Chelsea debut as Xabi Alonso omits duo before transfer deadline day
"The Blues have made a change between the sticks with Enzo Fernandez and Robert Sanchez not in the squad ahead of potential moves away from the club
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