Juventus explore Emiliano Martinez deal amid Alisson focus

Juventus have made fresh contact with the entourage of Emiliano Martinez as they intensify their search for a new first‑choice goalkeeper. The pursuit of Alisson has effectively ended after new Liverpool coach Andoni Iraola decided to build his project around the Brazilian. Romeo Agresti of Il Bianconero, via CalcioMercato, says the contacts with Martinez’s camp remain exploratory at this stage. Juventus are trying to establish the concrete feasibility of an operation before deciding whether to pursue it seriously or pivot towards alternative targets such as Tottenham’s Guglielmo Vicario.

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Luciano Spalletti has specified that he wants an experienced, commanding goalkeeper with genuine leadership qualities capable of organising the entire defensive unit. Martinez earns approximately €9 million net per season plus bonuses, is contracted to Aston Villa until June 2029, and is valued by the English club at around €40 million. His involvement with Argentina at the World Cup means any serious negotiations are likely to be delayed until after the tournament concludes. Juventus are aware the deal will not be straightforward, especially after Michele Di Gregorio endured a difficult season, making a genuine upgrade in goal one of their most pressing summer priorities. Lautaro Martinez of Inter presented Emiliano Martinez with the Yashin Trophy for the best goalkeeper at the Ballon d’Or 2024 ceremony in Paris on 28 October 2024.