Eco · Climate policy · published 2026-08-30 · via The Guardian

Martínez lands at Chelsea as Villa's summer clear-out continues

Chelsea have completed the £7.5 million signing of goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa on a three-year deal. The 33-year-old Argentine, a World Cup winner, is set to take over as the club's first-choice keeper. His exit follows a series of high-profile departures from Villa this transfer window.

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Martínez's departure ends a two-year pursuit of an exit from Villa Park. He attempted to leave last summer without success, and a proposed move to Juventus collapsed earlier this month before Chelsea's offer arrived. The £7.5m fee reflects his age and contract situation despite his decorated recent career.

His exit continues a major squad overhaul at Villa, following Konsa, Rogers, Tielemans, and Digne out of the club, with Watkins expected to follow. Martínez joined Villa in 2020 and was central to their rise, including last season's Europa League triumph, making his departure a symbolic end to that era.

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This transfer could reshape Chelsea's goalkeeping hierarchy and signals Villa's willingness to rebuild after their Europa League success. Chelsea supporters may gain a proven winner with a competitive edge

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