Chelsea are in the final stages of signing Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez. Multiple reports say the Premier League clubs have agreed a fee of about £7.5 million, with Martínez preparing to complete the move to Stamford Bridge. The Independent also reports the transfer is on a two-year contract, ending a six-year spell at Villa.
Several outlets describe the process as unfolding late in the transfer window. Reports include that Chelsea have been in contact or opened talks with Martínez’s representatives and that the goalkeeper has shown interest in joining. Daily Post Nigeria adds details including that Martínez has travelled to London for a medical and is expected to finalise the move over the weekend. Metro and other coverage also note Villa squad developments that coincide with the negotiations.
Context across outlets highlights uncertainty in Martínez’s long-term position at Villa. Metro reports Villa have signed Zion Suzuki and that Martínez was not in Villa’s squad for their league opener against Brighton, while also noting earlier discussions with Juventus reportedly breaking down before Tottenham signed Guglielmo Vicario.
