Emiliano Martinez signals Juventus interest amid Aston Villa talks

Emiliano Martinez is reportedly expressing a desire to join Juventus as negotiations progress. The Aston Villa goalkeeper, currently preparing for World Cup duty with Argentina, is willing to accept a pay cut from his €9 million annual salary to facilitate the move. Juventus plans to contact Aston Villa officials soon, although Villa values Martinez at €12 million. With three years remaining on his contract, Villa holds negotiating leverage in the potential transfer, while Martinez's camp indicates personal terms are nearly agreed. Aston Villa needs to act decisively to ensure a suitable replacement if the deal moves forward.

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