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Emiliano Martinez joins Chelsea from Aston Villa for £7.5m

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 30, 2026, 8:40 AM

Last updated Aug 30, 2026

Emiliano Martinez joins Chelsea from Aston Villa for £7.5m

Summary

Emiliano Martinez has completed his transfer to Chelsea from Aston Villa for £7.5 million. The 33-year-old goalkeeper has signed a three-year contract and stated it was an easy decision to move to Stamford Bridge. Martinez, who made 256 appearances at Villa and won the Europa League last season, aims to bring a winning mentality to Chelsea. The club’s new coach, Xabi Alonso, sought to add a first-choice goalkeeper following recent concerns over current keeper Robert Sanchez, who faced criticism after recent performances.

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By the Numbers

•Martinez signs a three-year contract with Chelsea.
•He previously made 256 appearances for Aston Villa.
•Chelsea needed a first-choice goalkeeper following Sanchez's struggles.
•Martinez won the Europa League last season with Villa.
•He reunites with Morgan Rogers, a former teammate.

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8:40 AMYahoo Sports — “Over the moon”: Emiliano Martinez completes £7.5m move to Chelsea, vows to bring title-winning mentality

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Emiliano Martinez has said it was an easy decision to sign for Chelsea after completing his transfer to the club from Aston Villa.Martinez has signed for Chelsea in a £7.5m deal from Aston Villa and ...
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