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Juventus miss out on Emiliano Martinez despite strong interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 9:00 PM

Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Juventus miss out on Emiliano Martinez despite strong interest

Summary

Juventus aimed to sign Emiliano Martinez this summer to strengthen their goalkeeping position but have officially ended their pursuit. The club was concerned about Michele di Gregorio's performances and believed Martinez wanted to join them as their first-choice goalkeeper. Unai Emery played a key role in convincing Martinez to stay at Aston Villa, leaving Juventus to seek alternatives. They are now focusing on Zion Suzuki as a potential option, but may look to secure him on loan if PSG intervenes.

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By the Numbers

•Juventus was interested in Emiliano Martinez as a top goalkeeping option.
•Concern arose over Michele di Gregorio's consistency in goal for Juventus.
•Unai Emery's influence helped Martinez decide to remain at Aston Villa.
•Juventus shifts focus to Zion Suzuki after ending interest in Martinez.
•Potential loan move for Suzuki hinges on PSG's plans.

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9:00 PMYahoo Sports — Journalist explains how Emery made Juventus miss out on Martinez

What they're saying

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Juventus were convinced that Emiliano Martinez wanted to join them this summer and become their first-choice goalkeeper, but that move will now not happen.The Bianconeri were keen to add Martinez to t...
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