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Emiliano (Emi) Martinez is an Argentinian goalkeeper who used to play for Arsenal.Emiliano Martinez, Arsenal goalkeeper, sleeps while hugging the FA Cup

Born in 1992 and signed by Arsenal in 2010, Emi Martinez was sent on six loans before finally seizing his chance in the Arsenal first team following a knee injury to Bernd Leno at Brighton in June, 2020.

Wearing the Arsenal number 26 shirt, Martinez was so overcome with emotion after helping Arsenal win the 2020 FA Cup he couldn’t stop crying long enough to give an interview to the BBC.

He was sold to Aston Villa in 2020 for approx. £15m after demanding he be made first choice goalkeeper after a run of 10 games.

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4 Arsenal players & 2 ex-Gunners nominated for Ballon d’Or

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Four Arsenal players have been nominated for the 2024 Men's Ballon d'Or, with the nominees confirmed on Wednesday night.
Emi Martinez via Aston Villa

Did Emi Martinez accidentally reveal Aaron Ramsdale’s next club?

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Emi Martinez comments on Aaron Ramsdale's situation at Arsenal after losing his starting spot to David Raya. He urges Ramsdale to find a club where he feels valued
LONDON, ENGLAND - MARCH 09: Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal celebrates victory in the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Brentford FC at Emirates Stadium on March 09, 2024 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Newcastle and Chelsea set to battle for Arsenal signing

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Newcastle United and Chelsea are both interested in Aaron Ramsdale this summer, with the Blues also holding an interest in former Gunner Emi Martinez.
Aston Villa's Spanish head coach Unai Emery gestures on the touchline during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Arsenal at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on February 18, 2023. (Photo by GEOFF CADDICK/AFP via Getty Images)

Emery unhappy with Emi Martinez, admits embarassment

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Unai Emery was not happy with Emi Martinez after his side lost 4-2 for the second home game in a row.
LUSAIL CITY, QATAR: Emi Martinez of Argentina celebrates the team's first goal scored by Lionel Messi during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 semi-final match between Argentina and Croatia at Lusail Stadium on December 13, 2022. (Photo by Lars Baron/Getty Images)

Emi Martinez angling for Villa exit to PSG

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Emiliano Martinez, the Argentine goalkeeper and World Cup champion, has set his sights on winning the Champions League and, to do that, he is eyeing up a move to PSG.
Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez speaks to fans in Mar del Plata, Argentina, during a tribute upon his return to his hometown after winning the Qatar 2022 World Cup tournament on December 22, 2022. (Photo by MARA SOSTI/AFP via Getty Images)

Patrick Vieira: Emi Martinez made ‘stupid’ decision

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Former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira has criticised Emi Martinez for his 'gesture' after he picked up the Golden Glove award at the Qatar World Cup.
DOHA, QATAR: Emi Martinez of Argentina speaks during the Argentina Press Conference at the Main Media Center on December 17, 2022. (Photo by Mohamed Farag/Getty Images)

Arsene Wenger explains how he feels about Emi Martinez

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Arsene Wenger admits he's very happy for former Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez, who will play in the World Cup final this weekend.
PXL_Dinamo Zagreb v Villarreal - UEFA Europa League Quarter Final: Leg One Coach of Villarreal Unai Emery with a protective mask at the end the UEFA Europa League Quarter Final First Leg match between Dinamo Zagreb and Villarreal at Stadium Maksimir on April 8, 2021 in Zagreb, Croatia. GoranxStanzl/PIXSELL

Former Arsenal and Tottenham managers linked with Villa job

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Unai Emery and Mauricio Pochettino have both been linked with the now-vacant Aston Villa job with the former Arsenal man said to heading for talks.
MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - JANUARY 20: Ilkay Gundogan of Manchester City scores their sides second goal past Emi Martinez of Aston Villa from the penalty spotduring the Premier League match between Manchester City and Aston Villa at Etihad Stadium on January 20, 2021 in Manchester, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)

Emi Martinez concedes 12 in 4 and whizzes past Arsenal total

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Emi Martinez has conceded 21 goals in his last four games for Aston Villa and has let in more for them in a season-and-a-bit than he did at Arsenal.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 22: Axel Tuanzebe and Tyrone Mings help up Emiliano Martinez of Aston Villa after they concede their second goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Aston Villa at Emirates Stadium on October 22, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Alex Pantling/Getty Images)

So-called ‘cruel’ Arsenal Emi Martinez chant explained

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If Emi Martinez is wondering why Arsenal fans have turned on him, all he has to do is look back at any one of the hundred interviews he's given slating the club, including the one he gave before this game.
Bernd Leno of Arsenal FC during the UEFA Europa League match, Semifinal, between Villarreal CF and Arsenal FC played at La Ceramica Stadium on April 29, 2021 in Villarreal, Spain. Copyright: Sergio Ruiz

Inter Milan plot move for Bernd Leno as free agent

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Inter Milan are reportedly eyeing up a move for Bernd Leno next summer when the goalkeeper will be available for free.

Emi Martinez and his massive Arsenal chip

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Few things drone on more than a man with a chip on his shoulder and that's exactly what Emi Martinez seems to be despite how well it's been going for him.
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Brighton and Hove Albion - Premier League - Molineux Stadium Wolverhampton Wanderers Ruben Neves warms up before the Premier League match at Molineux Stadium, Wolverhampton. Picture date: Sunday May 9, 2021. Copyright: Naomi Baker

Arsenal latest: Onana offer, Buendia, Neves, Aubameyang, youth contracts, more

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It can be hard to keep up with everything that's going on so here is a round up of the main Arsenal news and talking points from the last seven days.
Emi Martinez makes his Argentina debut - Argentina World Cup football qualification, Argentina versus Chile Players of Argentina pose for official team photo ActionPlus Fotobaires

How did Emi Martinez do on his Argentina debut?

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Emi Martinez made his debut for Argentina this week as they drew 1-1 with Alexis Sanchez's Chile, so how did the former Arsenal man do?
Emi Martinez after signing for Aston Villa (Photo via AVFC.co.uk)

Is it time for Emi Martinez to shut up about Arsenal?

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Emi Martinez has been moaning about his time at Arsenal again and his comments show just how keen the human brain is to rewrite our history
Arsenal's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez gives indications during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Norwich City at the Emirates Stadium in London on July 1, 2020. (Photo by MIKE EGERTON / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by MIKE EGERTON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Emi Martinez almost signed new Arsenal contract until…

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It was reported that Emi Martinez was close to signing a new contract with Arsenal but then he signed for Aston Villa, so what happened?
Emi Martinez after signing for Aston Villa (Photo via AVFC.co.uk)

Emi Martinez: Arsenal didn’t deserve me

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Emi Martinez has been repeating himself again, saying that leaving Arsenal was a step up and having another go at the club he claims to love.
Emi Martinez fouling Alexandre Lacazette (Photo via BT Sport)

Alexandre Lacazette and Emi Martinez Twitter spat as Pepe joins in

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Lacazette and Martinez had a go at each other on Twitter and Nicolas Pepe joined in on Instagram as Arsenal players show some fight
LONDON, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 29: Bernd Leno of Arsenal reacts after Chelsea score their first goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Chelsea FC at Emirates Stadium on December 29, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Are Arsenal fans being unfair to this player?

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Before picking up a knee injury, many Arsenal fans were calling for a Bernd Leno statue but Martinez's cameo showed how fickle fans really are
Emi Martinez after signing for Aston Villa (Photo via AVFC.co.uk)

Emi Martinez: Aston Villa a step up from Arsenal for me

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Emi Martinez has reiterated that he believes Aston Villa are a step up from Arsenal in case we didn't hear him the first time.
Arsenal's German goalkeeper Bernd Leno celebrates saving a penalty during the English League Cup fourth round football match between Liverpool and Arsenal at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on October 1, 2020. (Photo by PETER BYRNE/AFP via Getty Images)

Emi Martinez vs Bernd Leno: Did Arsenal make the right decision?

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Emi Martinez vs Bernd Leno was always going to be the big talking point as he returns to the Emirates, so how is he doing v Bernd Leno?
Arsenal's Gabonese striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang reacts to scoring the winning penalty as he jumps into the arms of Arsenal's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez during the shoot-out during the English FA Community Shield football match between Arsenal and Liverpool at Wembley Stadium in north London on August 29, 2020. (Photo by ANDREW COULDRIDGE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Aubameyang reveals text Martinez sent him pre-Villa clash

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Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang revealed the text message Emi Martinez sent to him ahead of the Arsenal clash with Aston Villa on Sunday.
Emi Martinez after signing for Aston Villa (Photo via AVFC.co.uk)

Emi Martinez: Moving to Aston Villa was a step up in my career

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Emi Martinez said after he left Arsenal that signing for Aston Villa was a 'step up' in his career.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - NOVEMBER 01: Jack Grealish of Aston Villa leads his team out prior to the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Southampton at Villa Park on November 01, 2020 in Birmingham, England. Sporting stadiums around the UK remain under strict restrictions due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in games being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Gareth Copley/Getty Images)

Emi Martinez signing annoyed friends says Aston Villa manager

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Aston Villa manager Dean Smith has revealed he annoyed a few friends when he signed Emi Martinez while Arteta says he didn't want to sell him
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Rúnarsson admits Martinez’s Arsenal story inspired him

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Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson says Emi Martinez's fight for the number one spot at Arsenal inspires him to make the same push for appearances.
Aston Villa's Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Sheffield Utd at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on September 21, 2020. (Photo by TIM GOODE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Martinez chose to leave because he was only 95% to start vs Fulham

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Emi Martinez admits he decided to leave after learning he was only '95 percent' likely to start against Fulham in the Premier League opener.
Emi Martinez via Aston Villa

Emi Martinez: Moving to Aston Villa was a step up in my career

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Emiliano Martinez signed for Aston Villa but by moving so soon after the Cup final, did he show why he never made it at Arsenal?
Aston Villa's Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez (C) dives to save a penalty taken by Sheffield United's English midfielder John Lundstram (2nd R) during the English Premier League football match between Aston Villa and Sheffield Utd at Villa Park in Birmingham, central England on September 21, 2020. (Photo by CLIVE ROSE/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Video: Emi Martinez saves penalty on Aston Villa debut

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Emi Martinez saved a penalty on his debut for Aston Villa on Monday night, keeping a clean sheet against 10-man Sheffield United.
Emi Martinez after signing for Aston Villa (Photo via AVFC.co.uk)

3 targets: How Arsenal plan to spend the Martinez money

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Emi Martinez officially joined Aston Villa from Arsenal in a £20m deal on Wednesday, boosting the Gunners' summer transfer budget.
SANTA CLARA, CA - MARCH 23: Goal keeper Runar Alex Runarsson #24 of Iceland looks on at half time of their match against Mexico at Levi's Stadium on March 23, 2018 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Arsenal could sign Rúnarsson for £1.5m

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Arsenal are still in the race for both Rúnar Alex Rúnarsson and David Raya, as they look for their Emi Martinez replacement.
SOUTHAMPTON, ENGLAND: An NHS logo is seen on the shirt of Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Southampton FC and Arsenal FC at St Mary's Stadium on June 25, 2020 in Southampton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Details of Emi Martinez’s Aston Villa deal begin to emerge

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Emi Martinez has reportedly agreed a four-year deal to join Aston Villa that will see Arsenal pocket £16m plus add-ons.

Martinez holds medical with Aston Villa after they match Arsenal valuation

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Emi Martinez held a medical in Birmingham on Saturday, as he prepares to finalise his £20m move to Aston Villa imminently.
Arsenal's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez gives indications during the English Premier League football match between Arsenal and Norwich City at the Emirates Stadium in London on July 1, 2020. (Photo by MIKE EGERTON / POOL / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. / (Photo by MIKE EGERTON/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Emi Martinez expected to start for Aston Villa vs Sheffield United

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Emi Martinez's agent explains why leaving Arsenal is the most likely scenario as reports emerge Martinez has had a medical with Aston Villa.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal is seen with a Always Forward on their back during the Heads Up FA Cup Final match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium on August 01, 2020 in London, England. Football Stadiums around Europe remain empty due to the Coronavirus Pandemic as Government social distancing laws prohibit fans inside venues resulting in all fixtures being played behind closed doors. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Brighton join Villa in the race to sign Martinez

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Emi Martinez isn't in the Arsenal squad to face Fulham in the Premier League opener today, as he prepares to leave the club in the next week.
Arsenal's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez collects the ball during the English Premier League football match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at the Molineux stadium in Wolverhampton, central England on July 4, 2020. (Photo by MIKE EGERTON / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal decide to sell Emi Martinez to Aston Villa

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Arsenal reluctantly decided to sell Emi Martinez to Aston Villa in the last few days, expecting to complete a deal for the transfer next week.

Arsenal negotiating Emi Martinez sale to Aston Villa

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Arsenal are negotiating to sell Emi Martinez to Aston Villa after the goalkeeper rejected a recent contract extension offer from the Gunners.

Villa make second bid for Martinez: Arsenal want a replacement first

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Aston Villa have placed a second bid for Emi Martinez, but Arsenal will only let the goalkeeper leave if they can sign a replacement first.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 29: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal makes a save from Sadio Mane of Liverpool during the FA Community Shield final between Arsenal and Liverpool at Wembley Stadium on August 29, 2020 in London, England. (Photo by Justin Tallis/ pool via Getty Images)

Villarreal plan bid for Martinez if Arteta doesn’t play him

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Unai Emery and Villarreal are planning a move for Emi Martinez if Mikel Arteta doesn't make the goalkeeper first choice this season.

Aston Villa prepare £10m bid for Arsenal’s Emi Martinez

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Aston Villa are preparing a bid for Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez, but they're only planning to offer £10m, according to a report.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 15: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal warms up ahead of the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC at Emirates Stadium on July 15, 2020 in London, England.(Photo by Paul Childs/Pool via Getty Images)

Arsenal prepared to sell Martinez for £20m this summer

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Arsenal are preparing to sell Emi Martinez this summer for a suitable offer, with Bernd Leno still the club's first choice, according to reports.
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