Chelsea participated in the race to win goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa. Coach Enzo Maresca is said to want to sign a contract with the number one goalkeeper Argentina soon. However, the 2022 World Cup champion wants to go to MU, in the context of both Galatasaray and Atletico.
Chelsea is the latest name mentioned in the transfer of Emi Martinez. The Blues is said to be targeting the goalkeeper of Aston Villa to upgrade the options before the goal after a poor season of Robert Sanchez and Filip Jorgensen. According to Dsports, Chelsea's head coach Enzo Maresca turned the green light for the deal after being consulted by goalkeeper Willy Caballero.
However, Chelsea seemed to be behind Man United in the order of priority. Sources from Argentina claimed that MartMíez was “dreaming” of moving to Old Trafford, and Man United also officially contacted him. And yet, in addition to Chelsea and MU, the Turkish giant Galatasaray is offering 27 million euros to get Martinez and teammate Lucas Digne, while Atletico Madrid also monitors the 42 -year -old goalkeeper.
The Athletic emphasized that coach Maresca not only considered Martinez as a goalkeeper but also a leader with a voice, can command Chelsea's defense. The experience and the victory spirit of the goalkeeper wearing Aston Villa can bring the stability that Maresca yearn in the goal, and this is supported by Caballero.
In addition to Martinez, Chelsea also showed interest in Mike Maignan of AC Milan. However, the above -mentioned qualities can make the Argentinian player an ideal target for the Blues. The problem now depends heavily on the decision of Martinez. If Man United did not reach an agreement, Chelsea could emerge as an ideal stop. Galatasaray is still serious pursuers, while Atletico can enhance interest if Jan Oblak is gone. However, Martinez personally wants to stay in the Premier League.