Aston Villa want to keep Emiliano Martinez amid interest from Juventus, but they are also prepared to sanction a sale if the goalkeeper decides that he wants to leave the club during the summer window.
Juventus view him as their leading alternative to Alisson Becker, who is not willing to leave Liverpool this summer, while the Premier League club are also not interested in selling their first-choice goalkeeper.
This situation has pushed Juventus to place Martinez on their shortlist for the next campaign, with the Bianconeri continuing to monitor him closely as they assess options to strengthen their goalkeeping department.
Martinez is currently focused on international duty with Argentina at the World Cup after helping Aston Villa secure the Europa League title just before the tournament began, and according to Calciomercato, Villa have reduced their asking price, moving from fifteen million euros to ten million euros plus bonuses.
Juventus goalkeeper planning and evaluation
Juventus are continuing to assess several goalkeeping profiles as they look to improve competition in the position, with Martinez seen as a strong candidate due to his experience and consistent performances at the highest level.
The Bianconeri have been tracking his progress closely and believe he could provide an immediate upgrade in their squad, depending on how negotiations develop after his international commitments conclude.
Aston Villa’s position and transfer decision
Aston Villa still value Martinez highly, as he has been a key figure for the club, but they are also aware that the player is considering a new challenge and could push for a departure after the World Cup, depending on his decision.
If Martinez maintains his desire for a fresh experience, Villa are prepared to allow him to leave and have no issue with negotiating a deal with Juventus this summer, provided their valuation is met, and the agreement suits all parties.