Villa close in on Suzuki with Martinez future in doubt
Aston Villa is nearing a £30m deal to sign Japanese goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Parma. The move suggests that current goalkeeper Emi Martinez may be departing the club before the transfer deadline.
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Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Zion Suzuki has won 28 caps for Japan after making his debut in 2022
Aston Villa are closing in on the signing of Parma goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, with Emi Martinez's future in increasing doubt.
Japan international Suzuki has been one of Villa's top targets should Martinez leave this summer and the deal, reportedly for around £30m, is progressing.
Suzuki was born in America but qualifies for Japan through his mother and played all four of their matches at the World Cup this summer.
The 23-year-old has made 59 appearances for Parma since joining from J-League side Urawa Red Diamonds in 2024.
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