Juventus end interest in Emi Martinez, pursue Guglielmo Vicario instead
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 16, 2026, 8:31 PM
Last updated Aug 16, 2026

Juventus have decided not to proceed with a deal for goalkeeper Emi Martinez after negotiations stalled. The club's earlier optimism faded as they expressed concerns over Martinez's injury status, specifically a broken finger sustained before the Europa League final. Reports now indicate that Juventus is shifting focus to Guglielmo Vicario, with discussions reportedly becoming more active. The change follows Aston Villa's acquisition of Parma's Zion Suzuki, which impacted Martinez's availability.
- •Juventus initially agreed to personal terms with Emi Martinez in June.
- •Concerns over Martinez's injury led to the decision to halt negotiations.
- •Talks for Guglielmo Vicario are increasing as an alternative option.
- •Aston Villa's signing of Zion Suzuki influenced Martinez's availability.
- •The 2026-27 season is approaching with unresolved goalkeeper issues for Juventus.
- 8:31 PMYahoo Sports — Reports: Juventus abruptly end pursuit of Emi Martinez as talks for Guglielmo Vicario are now ‘heating up’
"So much for Juventus adding a guy this summer who can say he has won a World Cup.
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