Former Chelsea midfielder Emanuel Petit has urged the club to try and sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez during the ongoing summer transfer window.
The Argentine shot-stopper has been linked with a move away from Villa Park in the current transfer window, with Manchester United being a possible destination.
The Red Devils even saw a loan move for the player rejected by Villa, but it is believed that Martinez would be allowed to leave for around £40 million ($53m).
Chelsea have been on the lookout for a new goalkeeper throughout the ongoing transfer window and were heavily linked with a move for AC Milan shot-stopper Mike Maignan.
The Blues had reportedly agreed on personal terms with the player, but failed to agree on a transfer fee with the club.
Interestingly, Enzo Maresca’s team were also linked with a move for Martinez in the early part of the window, and now Petit has urged them to rekindle their interest and sign the player.
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Petit’s advice to Chelsea about signing Emiliano Martinez
Speaking to EscapistMagazine.com, Petit said: “Emiliano Martinez would be an inspiration in the Chelsea dressing room. I have criticised his behaviour in the past, but he knows what it takes to win titles; he has that experience.”
“He can inspire other players, and he has all the qualities needed of a top goalkeeper. He would be a very good signing for Chelsea, and 32 isn’t old for a goalkeeper. I think he’d link well with Enzo Maresca and the players already at the club.”
“One fear I have is for Aston Villa, I am worried about them with top players leaving the club, I’m not sure where it will leave them next season.”
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