Emi Martinez transfer news: Chelsea agree £7.5m fee for Villa goalkeeper
Chelsea FC has agreed to a £7.5 million fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. The move follows concerns over current goalkeeper Robert Sanchez's recent performance.
Why it matters
This transfer highlights the high-stakes nature of Premier League squad management and the ongoing financial relationship between Chelsea and Aston Villa.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Martinez won the Europa League with Villa and reached the World Cup final with Argentina last season
Football reporter Published 27 August 2026 Chelsea have agreed a £7.5m fee to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez.
The Argentina international, 33, is set to undergo a medical in London and strengthen the goalkeeping group at Stamford Bridge.
It follows concerns over the performances of Robert Sanchez, particularly in the wake of Monday's 3-2 win over Fulham .
Sanchez, who has been Chelsea 's first-choice goalkeeper since 2023, allowed Josh King's shot to slip through his grasp at the near post. He then spilled another effort into a dangerous area in the second half, allowing striker Gonzalo Garcia to score.
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