Juventus are reportedly looking to step up their pursuit of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez to replace Michele Di Gregorio. According to Gazzetta dello Sport, the Turin giants could soon lodge a formal offer for the 2026 FIFA World Cup runner-up.
It’s no secret that Juventus are desperate for a new reliable goalkeeper. Di Gregorio has fallen short of expectations, losing his starting berth in the second half of last season. Meanwhile, Luciano Spalletti remains in the market for a new shot-stopper after missing out on several targets.
Guglielmo Vicario looks set to stay at Tottenham Hotspur, while Zion Suzuki is on the verge of joining Villa. Indeed, Parma and the Lions have reached a verbal agreement for the Japanese star’s move to Villa Park, with the Crusaders entitled to an eye-watering €35m from the transfer.
Suzuki’s move to Birmingham could facilitate Martinez’s exit, with Juventus ready to pounce.
Our take on Juventus & Martinez
Unfazed by Martinez’s age, Juventus are eager to lure the 33-year-old to the Allianz Stadium. Moreover, they’re ready to offer the Argentina international a substantial pay rise. Martinez currently earns around £130,000 a week at Villa, but the record-time Italian champions are willing to offer him a tempting £200,000-a-week package.
Indeed, Martinez is one of Villa’s highest earners, and Unai Emery’s men are keen to get his wages off their books. Therefore, they could accept Juventus’ €7m bid, even though they had initially asked for €10m to let the former Arsenal man leave the club.
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