Juventus have reportedly identified Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez as their primary target after their pursuit of Liverpool’s Alisson Becker fell through.
The Italian giants originally aimed to secure the services of the Brazilian international, but Liverpool’s refusal to consider a sale has compelled the Turin-based club to seek alternative options ahead of the upcoming season.
Fabrizio Romano reports Juventus interest in Emiliano Martinez
Transfer specialist Fabrizio Romano has indicated that the Bianconeri have quickly pivoted to Martínez as their top priority for the goalkeeper position.
Posting on X, Romano revealed: “Juventus want Dibu Martínez as priority target for GK position after Alisson deal off. Talks have started to ask about price and contract details, high salary but Juve keen to explore move. Another option remains Spurs GK Vicario.”
While Juventus are eager to sign the 2022 World Cup winner, they acknowledge that any potential transfer will be a complex undertaking.
The Argentine shot-stopper commands a significant salary, which may pose a challenge to the Serie A club’s existing wage structure.
Guglielmo Vicario remains a secondary option for Juventus
If negotiations regarding Martínez become too difficult, Juventus are understood to have a contingency plan in place.
Guglielmo Vicario remains highly regarded by the Turin club and is viewed as a strong alternative should the move for Martínez fail to materialize.
The Tottenham goalkeeper has been linked with a summer exit, with several Serie A sides, including Inter Milan, reportedly monitoring his situation.
Aston Villa may consider offers for Emiliano Martinez
Despite Martínez’s status as a fan favorite at Villa Park and his recent on-field success, Aston Villa may be forced to consider substantial transfer offers.
In order to continue investing in Unai Emery’s squad, Villa may need to capitalize on high-value assets to maintain financial balance.
A major bid from Juventus for the 33-year-old could provide a vital financial injection for the Premier League club. However, the final outcome will likely depend on whether Juventus can meet Martínez’s wage demands and persuade the veteran goalkeeper to move to Italy.