Sports · 30 August 2026

Chelsea sign goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa for £7.5m

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Argentina's World Cup-winning goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez has joined Chelsea on a three-year contract after wanting to leave Aston Villa for two summers. The 33-year-old moves for £7.5m and is set to become Chelsea's number one keeper, displacing Robert Sánchez. Martínez, who won two Yashin Trophies, was a key player in Villa's rise and Europa League success.

By BriefTea Editorial · 30 August 2026 at 11:15

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