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Aston Villa respond to Man Utd loan offer for goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez

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Emiliano Martinez rejected a move to the Saudi Pro League earlier this summer (Picture: Getty)

Aston Villa have ‘immediately rebuffed’ a loan offer from Manchester United to sign their goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, according to reports.

United head coach Ruben Amorim had ‘set his sights’ on bringing the Argentina international to Old Trafford after an injury to Andre Onana.

Onana is ruled out for the start of the new Premier League season due to a torn hamstring, with Amorim keen to bring in some temporary cover.

But the Red Devils have failed in their attempt to land Martinez on a loan deal after making an approach on the weekend, the Daily Mail report.

It was previously believed that Martinez could be made available for transfer this summer due to Villa’s financial situation.

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United have long been linked with a move for the 32-year-old, who is said to be keen on a move to the club and available for around £40m.

It is thought that Martinez rebuffed the chance to move to the lucrative Saudi Pro League earlier this summer.

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Man Utd have long been linked with a move for Emiliano Martinez (Picture: Getty)

Martinez has shined in the Premier League since he moved to Villa Park from Arsenal for £20m five years ago, making 212 appearances to date.

He has has also impressed on the international stage, helping Argentina win the 2022 World Cup and land two Copa America trophies.

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Emiliano Martinez is one of the best active goalkeepers in the world (Picture: Getty)

Martinez is regarded as one of the best active goalkeepers in the world, clinching the prestigious Yashin Trophy in both 2023 and 2024.

He was also named The Best FIFA Men’s Goalkeeper in 2022 and 2024 respectively and landed the Golden Glove at the most recent World Cup.

United are also looking at Antwerp’s Senne Lammens as an alternative option to Martinez.

Antwerp are said to be expecting a bid for the goalkeeper in due course, according to reports in Belgium.

Porto’s Diogo Costa and Lille’s Lucas Chevalier are understood to be on United’s radar too.

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