Emiliano Martinez is likely to seal a move to the Serie A team this summer.
186 days agoInter Milan and Juventus are reportedly keen to sign 33-year-old Argentine international Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa in the summer.
According to Spanish branch Fichajes, Inter Milan and Juventus are interested in Emiliano Martinez. The Serie A giants are keen to strengthen their first team squad by signing a goalkeeper in the summer transfer window, so Aston Villa's shot-stopper has become their target.
This report has brought good news for Inter Milan and Juventus as the South American shotstopper is more likely to move to Serie A in the summer, however recent updates have pointed to Juventus having the "edge" in the battle for Martinez's signature.
How was Emiliano Martinez brought up at Aston Villa?
Emiliano Martinez has seen his stock skyrocket since joining Aston Villa from Arsenal in a £17 million deal in September 2020. The 33-year-old, who is a reserve for Arsenal, has made huge strides over the past half-decade, becoming a mainstay between the sticks for his club and country while also enjoying huge success in international football.
The Argentina international has made nearly 250 appearances for Aston Villa while keeping 79 clean sheets and conceding 290. Goals Meanwhile, Martinez's progress has not gone unnoticed, with interest from several high-profile clubs, with Inter Milan and Juventus among the expected suitors seeking his signature in the summer.
Serie A adventure on the horizon?
Inter Milan's interest in Emiliano Martinez is understandable, the Serie A elite are consolidating the market for goalkeepers heading into the summer transfer window. With Jan Sommer currently in the twilight of his career, the veteran Swiss goalkeeper is likely to leave Inter Milan after the 2025/26 season, forcing Inter Milan to turn to Martinez.
For Juventus, Luciano Spalletti wants to upgrade Michele Di Gregorio And with the Serie A giants eyeing several goalkeeper candidates, including Guglielmo Vicario, it appears on Juventus' Wishlist, with Martinez also a possible target.
Recent reports have brought good news for Inter Milan and Juventus, as the South American shotstopper is more likely to move to Serie A in the summer. However, updates have pointed to Juventus "having the advantage" in the battle for Martinez's signature, so it will be interesting to see what the future holds for the 33-year-old Argentina international.
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