Juventus, Aston Villa and Emiliano Martinez
Sunday
Juventus have formally ended their pursuit of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez after deciding the complete financial package was too expensive. The Italian club informed Villa of its decision, closing a prominent summer transfer storyline.
Juventus assessed the transfer fee, Martinez’s salary demands and associated costs before withdrawing. The Argentina goalkeeper had reportedly viewed Turin as his preferred destination, but now faces remaining at Villa unless another suitable buyer emerges.