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Chelsea Sign World Cup Winner Martinez Bolstering Squad
Chelsea have agreed to sign Argentina World Cup winner Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa for around £7.5 million, with a medical in London as he finalizes a multi-year contract. He will challenge existing keeper Robert Sánchez for the starting role, with reports indicating the deal could run until 2028 and include an option for an additional season.
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About Emiliano Martínez
Damián Emiliano Martínez Romero, also known as Dibu Martínez, is an Argentine professional footballer who plays as a goalkeeper for Premier League club Chelsea and the Argentina national team. Known as a specialist in saving penalty kicks, he is often regarded as one of the best goalkeepers in the world.
Everything about Emiliano Martínez →- Occupation
- association football player
- Citizenship
- Argentina
- Born
- September 1, 1992, September 2, 1992