Manchester United reportedly reaches an agreement on Emiliano Martinez's transfer deal.
Manchester United's goalkeeping department has seen a shakeup, with Andre Onana being relegated to cup games, according to reports. The Red Devils are on the hunt for a new shot-stopper, with Belgian goalkeeper Sanne Lemmens being linked as a potential long-term solution.
The transfer of Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa, however, has not been straightforward. Despite Manchester United agreeing a deal for the Argentine goalkeeper, sources indicate that the completion of the move is not a certainty. Martinez's valuation of €20m, according to Transfermarkt, has not deterred United, who are eager to strengthen their defensive line.
The transfer saga has been ongoing all summer, with personal terms reportedly agreed between United and Martinez. However, the arrival of the Aston Villa goalkeeper has been contingent on a departure for either Onana or Altay Bayindir. Bayindir, who has failed to impress as backup goalkeeper, may be on his way out.
Martinez's emotional display in Aston Villa's final home game of last season fuelled speculation that he could be about to move. The 32-year-old, known for his eccentric character, could be a short-term option for Manchester United if a more long-term solution like Sanne Lemmens does not materialise.
Meanwhile, United's current goalkeeping options have not been inspiring. The team has won one game and drawn one in their recent Premier League campaign, and they are currently in ninth position after three games. A loss in their recent Premier League action has added to the pressure on the team to strengthen their goalkeeping department.
The transfer of Martinez from Aston Villa to Manchester United was not completed because Villa's directors refused to sanction the move. The club's key player was not put up for sale, and no formal bid was ever lodged, with negotiations never fully progressing between the two clubs.
Emiliano Martinez was absent from Aston Villa's squad last night, fuelling speculation that a move to Old Trafford could be imminent. However, Villa's manager Unai Emery gave a bizarre pre-match interview in which he repeated the name of Marco Bizot when asked about Martinez's absence.
Manchester United's now-infamous League Cup exit was to Grimsby Town, a humiliating defeat that has left the team desperate to improve their defensive line. The arrival of a goalkeeper could be the key to unlocking their potential and propelling them up the Premier League table.
As the transfer window draws to a close, the fate of Emiliano Martinez remains uncertain. The Argentine goalkeeper is ranked at no.9 in the best goalkeepers in the world right now, according to our website, making him an attractive prospect for Manchester United. However, with the transfer not yet confirmed, United fans will have to wait and see if Martinez will be their new number one.
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