Aston Villa Goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez performed exceptionally well throughout the FIFA World Cup. He won the Golden Glove for his remarkable performance and was even termed as a phenomenon by Lionel Messi.
Reports suggest that Manchester United and Chelsea are to battle for signing Emiliano Martinez as they both are in search of a Goalkeeper. The 6 feet 4 goalkeeper of Argentina has established himself as one of the most prominent netminders in the world.
Martinez put up a spectacular show against France in the finals as he stopped Randal Kolo Muani’s shot in the last few moments of the final match. Later in the penalties also he became the hero for Argentina’s win as he defended 2 shots by Kingsley Coman and Aurelien Tchouameni.
Fabrizio Romano, transfer expert, shed some light on Martinez’s future while speaking on CBS Sports house of Champions podcast. He said that during the summers the domino effect will start with goalkeepers. Martinez could possibly be a part of either Chelsea or Manchester United.
Lionel Messi labeled Martinez as phenomenal after Argentina won the Copa America last year. He has a contract till June 2027 at Villa Park. The star goalkeeper is currently valued at £22 million according to Transfermarkt.
Meanwhile, Manchester United will be locking horns against Burnley in the EFL Cup at Old Trafford on Wednesday. Whereas Chelsea will take on Bournemouth in a Home Premier League encounter on 27th December.