Overview
- Aston Villa manager Unai Emery confirmed on Friday that Emiliano 'Dibu' Martínez told the club he wants a new challenge and has raised the issue with the team.
- Martínez remains under contract with Villa until mid‑2029, so any move requires the club's approval and a transfer fee payable to Aston Villa.
- Reports say Villa have set an asking price near £10 million, though that figure comes from media sources rather than an official club statement.
- Aston Villa paid a reported €35 million to sign Japan international Zion Suzuki from Parma as a planned replacement should Martínez depart.
- Juventus ended their pursuit and signed Guglielmo Vicario instead, Tottenham has been linked with interest, and the September 1 window deadline creates a short, decisive period for talks.