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\nManchester United have reportedly failed in a surprise attempt to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez on loan, as they urgently search for a new shot-stopper ahead of the new Premier League season.<\/p>\n
\nManchester United have reportedly failed in a surprise attempt to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez on loan, as they urgently search for a new shot-stopper ahead of the new Premier League season.<\/p>\n
With Andre Onana set to miss the beginning of the campaign due to a torn hamstring, new United boss Ruben Amorim is facing a major dilemma between the sticks. The club is now scrambling to find a dependable short-term solution, and Martinez had emerged as their top target.<\/p>\n
According to sources, the Red Devils held talks over the weekend to explore the possibility of bringing the Argentine World Cup winner to Old Trafford on loan. Martinez, 32, is no stranger to the Theatre of Dreams \u2014 he was famously sent off in Villa\u2019s 2-0 defeat at Old Trafford on the final day of last season, a loss that saw Villa miss out on Champions League qualification.<\/p>\n
Despite the urgency on United\u2019s part, Aston Villa were left stunned by the request and immediately rejected the proposal. The idea of letting go of their vice-captain, especially on a temporary basis, was never a serious option. Martinez only signed a long-term contract last year, tying him to the club until 2029, and Villa see no advantage in letting him leave \u2014 particularly to a direct rival.<\/p>\n
The goalkeeper, who earlier this summer turned down a move to Saudi Arabia, remains a central figure in Unai Emery\u2019s plans. Villa officials have also made it clear that they\u2019ve not received any formal approach from United, keeping their cards close to their chest.<\/p>\n
United, meanwhile, have not commented publicly on the situation but are also said to be keeping tabs on Royal Antwerp\u2019s Senne Lammens as another potential option. However, replacing Onana \u2014 whose influence has grown since his arrival from Inter Milan \u2014 won\u2019t be easy.<\/p>\n
As for Martinez, Villa reportedly value the experienced keeper at around \u00a340 million, a fee that might be beyond United\u2019s current reach. Whether the Red Devils would be willing \u2014 or able \u2014 to pay such a price remains uncertain.<\/p>\n
With the new season fast approaching, and Onana\u2019s absence confirmed, United\u2019s goalkeeper hunt looks set to continue over the coming weeks. The question now is whether they can find the right man in time \u2014 and whether Aston Villa will continue to stand firm in protecting one of their most important players.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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