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Sports · Soccer · published 2026-08-30 · via Sports Illustrated

Martinez Signing Triggers Chelsea Goalkeeper Reorganization

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Chelsea unveiled Emiliano Martinez on Sunday after a $10.2 million transfer from Aston Villa, with the Argentine signing a two-year contract plus an option for a third year. The move places current starter Robert Sanchez under immediate pressure, as reports indicate interest from clubs in England, Europe, and Saudi Arabia ahead of Tuesday's transfer deadline. Martinez could make his debut in Sunday's Premier League match against Brighton, with Chelsea facing his former club Arsenal the following weekend.

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The transfer chain began when Aston Villa secured Zion Suzuki, which freed Martinez to move. Chelsea's search for a dependable No. 1 has stretched since Thibaut Courtois's 2018 exit to Real Madrid, with

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This summary is AI-generated and original to Mobble; the linked article is the authoritative source. Original headline: “Emiliano Martinez’s Official Arrival Sets Wheels in Motion for Major Chelsea Shakeup.” Browse more stories.