Chelsea land two-time world’s best goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez on three-year deal
Chelsea FC has signed Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa on a three-year contract. The 33-year-old World Cup winner is expected to become the club's starting goalkeeper following recent performance concerns.
Why it matters
This high-profile transfer significantly impacts Chelsea's defensive strategy and squad depth for the current Premier League season.
Chelsea have completed the signing of Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez from Aston Villa, adding a World Cup-winning and two-time Yashin Trophy winner to Xabi Alonso’s squad just a day before the transfer deadline.The 33-year-old has signed a three-year contract with the London club and is expected to take over the starting goalkeeper spot after Robert Sanchez again came under scrutiny following Chelsea’s Premier League opener against Fulham.Martinez arrives at Stamford Bridge with a decorated international résumé.
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