Martínez to Manchester United? Here’s the Truth Behind the Rumors
Despite the widespread speculation making rounds on social media, Emiliano Martínez has not signed or agreed to join Manchester United this summer.
While excitement is understandably building among fans and several sources suggest a potential move is brewing, there is currently no confirmed agreement between Manchester United and the Aston Villa shot-stopper.
The idea of the Argentine goalkeeper heading to Old Trafford is gaining momentum online, but the facts on the ground tell a more cautious story.
What’s the Real Situation?
Several top clubs, including Manchester United and Barcelona, are believed to be monitoring Martínez closely as they look to strengthen their goalkeeping departments.
Both sides have kept tabs on him, especially after his standout performances for club and country over the past few years.
Interestingly, this is not the first time United have pursued him. Reports from last summer revealed that Martínez came very close to joining Manchester United, but the club ultimately went in a different direction.
Manager Erik ten Hag chose to bring in André Onana, who had previously worked under him at Ajax, a move that put an end to any possible deal with Martínez at the time.
Even more telling, Martínez’s agent recently confirmed that talks with Manchester United had progressed significantly in the past.
However, despite being in an advanced stage, those negotiations reportedly broke down before a final agreement could be reached.
It’s also worth noting that Martínez is still tied down to a long-term contract at Aston Villa, with his current deal running through 2029.
That means any club wishing to sign him would have to make a substantial financial offer to tempt Villa into selling one of their key players.
Despite the increasing buzz and speculation online, Manchester United have not made a formal bid yet.
No club statements or trusted confirmations have been released to verify that an official offer is on the table.
Final Word: Don’t Get Ahead of the News
At this stage, there is no concrete agreement in place between Martínez and Manchester United.
While he remains a serious name to watch—especially if United look to make changes in their goalkeeping setup—everything circulating so far is based on early talks and unconfirmed reports.
Until an official move is made, Emiliano Martínez remains an Aston Villa player.
