Aston Villa Close on Zion Suzuki

Aston Villa are preparing for the potential exit of goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez by accelerating a move for Parma's Zion Suzuki. Juventus have revived their interest in Martínez, who is open to leaving Villa after six seasons at the club and is increasingly likely to depart during this transfer window.

Background

Villa dismissed an offer from Juve for Martínez earlier this summer, but the Serie A club have now revisited a move for the 33-year-old, who is under contract until 2029. Juve are also thought to be monitoring Ederson, now of Fenerbahce, and Tottenham's Guglielmo Vicario.

Key Details

Suzuki was poised to join Paris Saint-Germain this week but the Champions League winners pulled out of a deal worth about €35m (£30m). PSG have instead signed Spain's Ferran Torres from Barcelona, while Djed Spence has completed a move to Inter from Spurs.

What It Means

Aston Villa are advancing a deal to sign Suzuki as the Argentina No 1's replacement. With Juventus' renewed interest in Martínez, Villa's move for Suzuki could be a key signing for the club this transfer window.