Juventus have resumed contact regarding Emiliano Martinez. Reports from Sport Mediaset, as shared by Transfer Feed, indicate that the Italian club reached out to Aston Villa shortly after the World Cup concluded. Juventus has held a long-standing interest in the 33-year-old Argentine goalkeeper. However, this latest contact suggests they have not fully abandoned their pursuit. Nonetheless, fans should temper their expectations.
Juventus Reignite Interest in Emiliano Martinez, but Aston Villa Remains Firm
The report emphasizes that a transfer to Serie A appears unlikely. The primary obstacle is financial; Martinez’s camp has set wage demands that are described as exorbitant. With Aston Villa having no immediate reason to sell, this situation seems unfeasible. Unai Emery regards the World Cup winner as a key component of his strategy at Villa Park.
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Reflecting on the 2025/26 season, one can understand why. Martinez played 32 matches in the Premier League, achieving eight clean sheets and a save percentage of 71.1%. He conceded 37 goals while making 96 saves, resulting in an average match rating of 7.07. He also added a Europa League winner’s medal to his accolades that season. Clearly, he is an essential player.
Why Aston Villa Won’t Defer on This Matter
Officials at Villa Park are in a strong position. Martinez recently signed a new contract that keeps him with the club until June 2029. This situation fully empowers Aston Villa; they are not in urgent need of funds and have no desire to lose such an integral player. Moreover, the goalkeeper himself has not expressed any desire to leave. The real challenge lies with his agent.
Current demands from the agent are reaching levels that Juventus cannot accommodate. With its financial constraints, the Italian club cannot risk high wage commitments for a goalkeeper in his early thirties, regardless of his impressive track record.
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Analysis: Aston Villa Should Hold Their Ground
ISTANBUL, TURKEY – MAY 20: Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa celebrates with his winners medal following the team’s victory in the UEFA Europa League Final 2026 match between SC Freiburg and Aston Villa FC at Besiktas Park on May 20, 2026 in Istanbul, Turkey. (Photo by Maja Hitij/Getty Images)
In reality, this should not even be up for discussion. Villa should dismiss any offers that do not meet their expectations. Finding a replacement for Martinez in just one transfer window poses a significant challenge, especially as the club aims for more European football.
Martinez’s unique skills—including his game awareness, pressure distribution, and commanding presence—cannot be easily replicated. His performance statistics from the 2025/26 season affirm his value further. Averaging over seven out of ten during a demanding season while winning European silverware showcases his elite capabilities as a goalkeeper approaching middle age. What he brings to Emery’s setup transcends mere statistics.