Chelsea in talks to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez

Chelsea are in talks to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, with the Argentina international having been offered to the club by his representatives. The 33-year-old is seeking a move away from Villa Park after the club signed Zion Suzuki from Parma to be their new first-choice goalkeeper. Martínez was not in Villa's squad for their opening Premier League defeat at Brighton on August 24.

The potential transfer comes as Chelsea look to address a problematic goalkeeping position. Robert Sánchez started in goal for their 3-2 win over Fulham on August 25 but was at fault for both goals conceded. Manager Xabi Alonso defended Sánchez after the match, stating it was about the team and not the individual, but the errors have intensified scrutiny on the position. Chelsea had previously been considering young goalkeeper Mike Penders as a future first-choice option.

Martínez's availability has intrigued Chelsea, and the club is weighing whether to pursue the experienced World Cup winner. The goalkeeper had been in talks with Juventus earlier in the summer, but that move collapsed. He has told Aston Villa he wants to leave, and his representatives have now presented Chelsea with...