Aston Villa’s Emiliano Martinez: The Goalkeeper Who Could Emulate Diego Maradona

Emiliano Martinez, the Aston Villa goalkeeper, has been backed by his agent to emulate the success of Diego Maradona at Napoli. Martinez, who was once a transfer target for Manchester United, has been impressing in the Premier League and could lead Villa to Champions League glory.

Emiliano Martinez in action for Aston Villa

Martinez’s agent, Gustavo Goni, believes that his client has the potential to achieve great things with Villa, just like Maradona did with Napoli. Goni recalled the prospective United deal, telling ESPN, “Emiliano had the chance last year to go to Manchester United. We were very close.”

“The manager at the time decided in favour of Andre Onana because he already knew him from Ajax. But everyone in Manchester said that the ideal goalkeeper to win was Emiliano Martinez. The sporting director, the scouts, and everyone we spoke to.”

Goni also believes that Martinez could lead Villa to Champions League success, stating, “He has the chance to become for Aston Villa what Diego Maradona was for Napoli. Maradona was great at Napoli, and being there did not stop him from being the best in the world.”

“I always tell Dibu that he has the chance to repeat at Aston Villa what Maradona did at Napoli. Today he is in one of the best projects, they have one of the best sporting directors in the world, they have one of the most prestigious coaches in the world, and they have qualified for the Champions League when nobody thought it was possible.”

Martinez’s Rise to Prominence

The Argentinian goalkeeper has come a long way since stepping in for Bernd Leno at Arsenal. He made a name for himself by winning the FA Cup in 2020 and has since become one of the best shot-stoppers in the Premier League.

Emiliano Martinez lifting the FA Cup

When David de Gea left Manchester United in 2023, Martinez was a top contender to replace him. However, United opted for Andre Onana instead. Despite this setback, Martinez has continued to impress, and his agent believes that he could lead Villa to great things.

“He is in one of the best projects, they have one of the best sporting directors in the world, they have one of the most prestigious coaches in the world, and they have qualified for the Champions League when nobody thought it was possible.”

Aston Villa’s Champions League Ambitions

With Martinez between the sticks, Villa will be looking to make a deep run in the Champions League. They have already qualified for the competition, and their coach will be hoping to make the most of this opportunity.

The Champions League trophy

Villa’s sporting director has made some shrewd signings in the transfer market, and they have one of the most prestigious coaches in the world. With Martinez’s talent and experience, they could be a force to be reckoned with in the Champions League.

“They will surely compete in the Champions League, and with a goalkeeper like Emiliano, who can easily surprise you, perhaps they will end up competing on a big scale. Perhaps he can put Aston Villa at the level of the big European clubs.”

Conclusion

Emiliano Martinez has the potential to emulate the success of Diego Maradona at Napoli. With his talent, experience, and Aston Villa’s Champions League ambitions, the sky is the limit for the Argentinian goalkeeper.

Emiliano Martinez in action for Aston Villa