Breaking News: Manchester United Closing in on Emiliano Martinez — £30m-£34m Fee Discussed
Manchester United are reportedly progressing in their pursuit of a new goalkeeper, with Emiliano “Dibu” Martinez open to a summer transfer to Old Trafford.
According to Bolavip, Aston Villa are prepared to let the World Cup-winning Argentine leave for a fee between £30 million and £34 million, putting him firmly within United’s financial reach.
Ruben Amorim, who recently took over as United manager, is already making bold decisions to reshape the squad ahead of the new season.
Notably, he left current first-choice keeper Andre Onana completely out of the squad on the final day of the previous campaign.
This move is widely interpreted as a clear signal that Onana’s future at the club is in serious doubt and that changes are imminent between the sticks.
Martinez, who is 32 years old, would bring a wealth of experience and leadership to a United side that has lacked a true commanding figure in defense.
Despite helping Aston Villa secure Champions League qualification for the upcoming season, Martinez appeared emotional during his final home appearance for Villa, raising strong speculation about a possible exit.
To add to the drama, he was sent off in Villa’s last match of the season, which incidentally was against Amorim’s side — a match that may well have marked the end of his chapter at Villa Park.
The Argentina international is keen to remain in England and would welcome a move to Manchester United, even though the club will not feature in European competitions next season.
For Martinez, a switch to United still represents a step up and an opportunity to remain at the highest level, which is especially important as he prepares for the 2026 World Cup.
Currently under contract at Villa until 2027, Martinez would still command a significant transfer fee, but one that United find reasonable, particularly given his proven abilities.
His international pedigree, which includes winning the 2022 FIFA World Cup with Argentina, combined with his Premier League experience, makes him an attractive target for the Red Devils.
With Onana’s inconsistency last season — marked by several high-profile mistakes — Amorim is eager to bring in a more reliable and commanding presence. Martinez fits that bill perfectly.
Known for his elite reflexes, penalty-saving heroics, vocal leadership, and mental strength, he has consistently performed on the biggest stages — from Copa America finals to World Cup pressure cookers — and would offer a level of stability United have been missing.
According to reports, United have already opened dialogue with Martinez’s camp, as confirmed by ESPN Argentina.
Swift action could allow United to secure the Argentine’s signature ahead of rival suitors like Galatasaray, who are also monitoring his situation but are believed to be less attractive to the player.
Bringing Martinez in for around £30m-£34m would not only solve a key problem area for United but also give Amorim a reliable figure around whom he can begin building a more stable defensive structure as the club prepares to focus solely on Premier League success next season.
