Aston Villa introduced the signing of Arsenal goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez on Wednesday for a reported payment of 20 million kilos ($26 million). The 28-year-old Argentine, who has signed a four-year deal, helped Arsenal to FA Cup victory final season and Group Defend glory final month however confronted taking part in second fiddle to Bernd Leno this season. Villa boss Dean Smith mentioned: “We’re actually happy with the signing of our new goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. We all know how extremely Arsenal rated him and we watched his excellent performances final season in a trophy-winning prime aspect.”
“We moved for Emi once we noticed the chance, as it’s uncommon to have the ability to purchase a top-class goalkeeper who hasn’t but reached their peak age and who can due to this fact be a key participant for our membership for the long run.”
Martinez ends a 10-year affiliation with the Gunners, following Matty Money and Ollie Watkins in shifting to Villa Park.
He was signed from Independiente in 2010, making 39 first-team appearances and spending time on mortgage at six golf equipment.
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“Thanks, thanks for all the years (of assist),” Martinez instructed Arsenal.com. “I thank God for having the chance over the previous few months to indicate the Arsenal fanbase what I’m made from, and why I went on mortgage so many occasions.
“It was all the time to come back again and win them trophies and provides them silverware. I did it, I really feel prouder than ever.”
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