Emiliano Martinez might not be done with the headlines just yet. After a summer of speculation, the Aston Villa goalkeeper stayed put but only just. Now, with Manchester United still circling and Villa’s form under scrutiny, the door to Old Trafford might not be fully closed.
United still keen on Emiliano Martinez after failed summer approach
United were the closest to landing Martinez in the last window, pushing hard for a loan that Villa flatly refused. That deal never came off, and instead, Senne Lammens arrived as more of a long-term option. But with Andre Onana gone and Ruben Amorim still unsure over who his No.1 is, Martinez remains very much on the radar.
Former chief scout Mick Brown believes the Argentine fits exactly what United still need, experience, presence, and proven pedigree. And according to Football Insider, the Red Devils could revisit the move if things stay unsettled in goal heading into the summer.
Martinez open to move and still feeling the sting of summer
Martinez wasn’t just linked to United, he was reportedly disappointed that the move didn’t happen. Despite being reintegrated by Unai Emery at Villa Park, his long-term future is still unclear. The player is settled for now, but if Villa can’t find consistency, that feeling may not last much longer.
Football Insider previously revealed that Martinez could push to leave if results don’t pick up. With Villa’s European hopes already under threat, that scenario isn’t off the table. United, meanwhile, have kept a close watch on the situation and it wouldn’t take much to reignite interest.
January unlikely, but summer could get interesting
A deal mid-season seems complicated, especially given Villa’s reliance on Martinez. But come summer, things could shift quickly. Amorim has rotated between Lammens and Altay Bayindir, and while Lammens impressed on debut, United still lack a settled senior presence in goal.
If United are in the market for an experienced shot-stopper, Martinez still makes sense. He’s still one of the best in the league on his day, and if the circumstances are right, this story could have another chapter, one that ends at Old Trafford.
