Emiliano Martínez Responds to Manchester United Transfer Approach: ‘My Future Lies with Aston Vill’
BIRMINGHAM – Goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has responded for the first time to rumors linking him with a potential move to Manchester United. The Argentine World Cup winner, currently under contract with Aston Villa, has been associated in recent weeks with a possible transfer to Old Trafford. In an interview with an Argentine sports channel, Martínez has now put the speculation to rest.
“I hear the rumors, I see the headlines, but I’m happy at Aston Villa,” Martínez said. “We’ve built something special here, and I want to remain part of it.”
The 31-year-old goalkeeper had been listed by various English media outlets as one of the top candidates to replace André Onana at Manchester United, should the Cameroonian’s performances continue to fall short of expectations next season. According to sources close to the club, the Red Devils even made an informal approach to Martínez’s entourage to gauge his interest in a potential move.
Martínez, who previously played for Arsenal before moving to Villa in 2020, has quickly established himself as one of the Premier League’s top goalkeepers. With his impressive saves, charisma, and leadership, he played a key role in Aston Villa’s successful season, which saw them qualify for the UEFA Champions League in May.
‘Villa Feels Like Home’
“What we’re doing with Unai Emery is special,” Martínez continued. “We’ve worked hard to bring Villa back to the highest level of European football. The Champions League is ahead of us, and I want to be part of that with this club. Villa feels like home to me. The fans, the staff, my teammates — it’s a family.”
Despite his clear loyalty to Villa, the rumors about Manchester United caused concern among supporters of the Birmingham-based club. Villa fans feared that the financial appeal and prestige of United could tempt their star goalkeeper to leave. However, according to club insiders, no official bid has been made.
Contract and Future
Martínez is under contract with Aston Villa until mid-2027 and reportedly has no release clause, giving Villa a strong negotiating position should a top club like Manchester United pursue a move.
Manager Unai Emery recently expressed confidence in Martínez’s future at Villa: “Emi is a crucial player for us. His mentality, experience, and hunger for success are invaluable. We want to build with players like him.”
Conclusion
While Manchester United may still be looking for reinforcements between the posts, a transfer for Emiliano Martínez appears to be off the table for now. The Argentine seems determined to continue his chapter at Aston Villa, especially with the club set to compete in the Champions League. Still, the upcoming transfer window may yet hold surprises — in the football world, nothing is ever completely certain.
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