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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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Emiliano Martinez, Arsenal goalkeeper, sleeps while hugging the FA Cup

Emi Martinez and Bernd Leno make Premier League Top 3

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Two Arsenal goalkeepers feature in the top three for save percentage this Premier League season, as the club face a dilemma at the back.

An animal! Emi Martinez describes Mikel Arteta in training

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Emi Martinez has been speaking to ESPN about a possible return to Independiente, how he couldn't say 'no' to Arsenal, and what Mikel Arteta is really like in training.
Arsenal's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is mobbed by Arsenal's Scottish defender Kieran Tierney (L) after the English FA Cup final football match between Arsenal and Chelsea at Wembley Stadium in London, on August 1, 2020. - Arsenal won the match 2-1. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

Arsenal to offer new contract to Emi Martinez

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Arsenal will try to sign Emi Martinez to a new contract after his success in the FA Cup, but the goalkeeper doesn't want to return to the bench afterwards.
LONDON, ENGLAND - AUGUST 01: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal lifts the FA Cup Trophy with his team mates after their victory in 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 Adam Davy/Pool via Getty Images)

Auba brace, Pepe shines: Arsenal-Chelsea Player Ratings

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Arsenal won their 14th FA Cup against Chelsea on Saturday, qualifying for the Europa League group stages in the process.
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)

Emi Martinez can’t stop crying to give interview, Aubameyang steps in

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Emiliano Martinez was so emotional after Arsenal beat Chelsea to win the FA Cup on Saturday, he couldn't stop crying long enough to answer any of the BBC's questions and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang had to step in.

Martinez explains emotional reaction to reaching cup final

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Emi Martinez almost broke down in tears after reaching the FA Cup final with a win over Manchester City, later explaining why he was so emotional.
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)

Emiliano Martinez is better than Chelsea’s Kepa says Ian Wright

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Emiliano Martinez put in another superb display against Watford on Sunday at the Emirates, giving Mikel Arteta a big headache ahead of the new season and reinforcing what Ian Wright had been saying about the keeper.
LONDON, ENGLAND - JULY 07: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal takes a goal kick during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Leicester City at Emirates Stadium on July 07, 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 Michael Regan/Getty Images)

Arsenal to stick with Martinez: New deal possible

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Arsenal look likely to stick with Emi Martinez and perhaps even offer him a new contract this summer, rather than going out to buy a replacement.

Martinez: We knew Arteta would be good but he’s incredible

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Emi Martinez gave Mikel Arteta a glowing review in an interview with the media this week, calling the head coach 'incredible'.
An NHS logo is disolayed on the shirt of Arsenal's Argentinian goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez during the English Premier League football match between Southampton and Arsenal at St Mary's Stadium in Southampton, southern England on June 25, 2020. (Photo by Catherine Ivill / POOL / AFP)

That’s what he needs to prove: Arteta hands challenge to Martinez

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Mikel Arteta has handed Emi Martinez a challenge - show us how good you are over more than a few games.
WOLVERHAMPTON, ENGLAND - JULY 04: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal holds the ball during the Premier League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal FC at Molineux on July 04, 2020 in Wolverhampton, 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 Mike Egerton/Pool via Getty Images)

Emi Martinez levels Spurs for clean sheets this season

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Despite only starting 15 games this season, Emi Martinez has now kept as many clean sheets as Tottenham Hotspur in 2019/20.
BRIGHTON, ENGLAND - JUNE 20: Bernd Leno of Arsenal goes down injured and in pain as Neal Maupay of Brighton and Hove Albion argues with Hector Bellerin of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Brighton & Hove Albion and Arsenal FC at American Express Community Stadium on June 20, 2020 in Brighton, 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 Gareth Fuller/Pool via Getty Images)

Assessed: Arsenal goalkeeper options with Bernd Leno out

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Bernd Leno looks set to spend a spell on the sidelines, so let's take a look at the alternative options to the German goalkeeper for the rest of the season.
PERTH, SCOTLAND - MARCH 01: Celtic goalkeeper Fraser Forster looks on during the Scottish Cup Quarter final match between St Johnstone and Celtic at McDiarmid Park on March 01, 2020 in Perth, Scotland. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Arsenal consider Fraser Forster to replace Emi Martinez

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Arsenal and Chelsea are said to be considering a move for Southampton's Fraser Forster after the keeper impressed on loan with Celtic.
Barcelona's Brazilian goalkeeper Neto arrives to undergo coronavirus tests at the Ciutat Esportiva Joan Gamper in Sant Joan Despi near Barcelona on May 6, 2020. - Barcelona have confirmed their players will undergo coronavirus tests as La Liga's clubs begin restricted training ahead of the proposed resumption of the season next month. (Photo by LLUIS GENE / AFP) (Photo by LLUIS GENE/AFP via Getty Images)

Arsenal and Chelsea want unwanted Barcelona Brazilian

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Arsenal are reportedly chasing Brazilian goalkeeper Neto once again after he was reportedly told he was surplus to requirements at Barcelona.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 03: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the UEFA Europa League group F match between Arsenal FC and Standard Liege at Emirates Stadium on October 03, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Emi Martinez open to all transfer options this summer

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Emi Martinez is 'open to everything' this summer, whether it's staying at Arsenal or moving on, as he wants to play regularly regardless.
Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang with Gabon (via FEGAFOOT)

Arsenal Senior International Break Roundup: Xhaka goal, Aubameyang assist, Kolasinac injury and more

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Arsenal's internationals had one of the quietest international breaks in recent times, with limited appearances and even fewer goal contributions.
Ivory Coast's forward Nicolas Pepe (L) kicks the ball during the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (CAN) Round of 16 football match between Ivory Coast and Mali at the Suez Stadium in the north-eastern Egyptian city on July 8, 2019. (Photo by Khaled DESOUKI / AFP / Getty Images)

Full chronological international fixture schedule for Arsenal players over the break

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A number of the Arsenal squad have headed out on international duty over the current break, so let's have our usual look at when they'll all be in action.
Gabriel Martinelli and Emi Martinez during the Arsenal Training Session at The University of Maryland (Image: David Price/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Gabriel Martinelli: Emi Martinez helps me out with everything – he’s my big brother...

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Gabriel Martinelli says Emi Martinez has been like his big brother since he joined the club, helping him out with everything he needs to adapt.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 24: Gabriel Martinelli of Arsenal celebrates scoring the fifth goal during the Carabao Cup Third Round match between Arsenal and Nottingham Forest at Emirates Stadium on September 24, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Rob Holding explains why Gabriel Martinelli is a nightmare for defenders

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Rob Holding says Gabriel Martinelli is a nightmare for defenders, as the Brazilian prepares for a likely third start for the club on Thursday.
Gabon's forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang arrives for a training session in Libreville on January 20, 2017 during the 2017 Africa Cup of Nations football tournament in Gabon. / AFP / GABRIEL BOUYS

Full fixture schedule for Arsenal’s nine senior international call-ups

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The international break is underway again, so let's take a look at the Arsenal players set to be involved for their countries.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 03: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the UEFA Europa League group F match between Arsenal FC and Standard Liege at Emirates Stadium on October 03, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

What Emiliano Martinez brings to Arsenal that Petr Cech lacked

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Emiliano Martinez has replaced Petr Cech in the Arsenal squad and on a recent episode of the Daily Cannon Arsenal podcast, host Matthew Wade discussed what he brings to the squad that the veteran was missing.
LONDON, ENGLAND - OCTOBER 03: Emiliano Martinez of Arsenal gives his team instructions during the UEFA Europa League group F match between Arsenal FC and Standard Liege at Emirates Stadium on October 03, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Julian Finney/Getty Images)

Emi Martinez offers match tickets and sends video message to hospitalised 8-year-old

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Emi Martinez stepped up to lift the spirits of an 8-year-old boy in hospital on Thursday, despite having a game that same day.
TELFORD, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: Kieran Tierney of Arsenal in the changing room after the Premier League 2 match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Arsenal at New Bucks Head Stadium on September 20, 2019 in Telford, England. (Photo by Stuart MacFarlane/Arsenal FC via Getty Images)

Tierney and Bellerin set for starts: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs Standard Liege

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Arsenal face Standard Liege in the second game of the Europa League group stage on Thursday, in the battle of the two top teams in Group F.
Photo via Instagram / Emi_Martinez26

Emi Martinez receives first international call-up in eight years: Could be set for Argentina...

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Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez has received his first call-up for Argentina in over eight years, and he could be set to make his first appearance over the international break.
FRANKFURT AM MAIN, GERMANY - SEPTEMBER 19: Granit Xhaka of Arsenal applauds the fans after the UEFA Europa League group F match between Eintracht Frankfurt and Arsenal FC at on September 19, 2019 in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. (Photo by Christian Kaspar-Bartke/Bongarts/Getty Images)

Watch: Arsenal’s bench players react to Aston Villa comeback goals

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Arsenal completed a 10-man comeback against Aston Villa on Sunday, coming from behind twice to win the match.
Rob Holding with the Arsenal u23s (Photo via Twitter / ArsenalAcademy)

Holding and Mavropanos to return from injury, full 11 changes: Predicted Arsenal lineup vs...

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Arsenal face Nottingham Forest in the League Cup at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night, just two days after beating Aston Villa.
Photo via Instagram / Emi_Martinez26

Emi Martinez: I accept my role as no. 2 but I believe I can...

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Emi Martinez says he made himself and his father a promise he wouldn't leave England until he was number one, and he intends to keep it.
Photo via Instagram / Emi_Martinez26

Emi Martinez believes he has the quality to take Bernd Leno’s number one spot

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Emi Martinez is motivated to win Arsenal's number one spot this season, and he thinks the only thing holding him back is a lack of game time.
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 01: Alexandre Lacazette of Arsenal celebrates scoring his team's first goal with team mate Matteo Guendouzi of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal FC and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on September 01, 2019 in London, United Kingdom. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Arsenal name just 20 players in their senior PL squad – but 49 under-21s

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Arsenal have named just 20 players in their 25-man Premier League squad for this season, but 49 under-21s to make up the numbers.

Emi Martinez rejects Leeds and Blackburn move to fight for Arsenal place

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Emi Martinez rejected the chance to sign for Leeds United or Blackburn Rovers in order to stay at Arsenal as our number two.
Photo via Instagram / Emi_Martinez26

Video: Emi Martinez trolls Spurs joining in with fan chant

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Emi Martinez joined in with a supporter's chant trolling Tottenham Hotspur, whilst at a fan meetup earlier this week.

Emi Martinez decides to stay with Arsenal after talks with club

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Emi Martinez has decided to stay with Arsenal next season, after conversations with the club and taking some time to consider his options.

Emi Martinez returns to London Colney ahead of pre-season

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Emi Martinez has arrived back at London Colney after his loan spell at Reading and subsequent holiday, ahead of pre-season with Arsenal.

Emi Martinez confirms he’s preparing for pre-season with Arsenal

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Emi Martinez has confirmed he's preparing for pre-season with Arsenal, amid speculation surrounding his future in North London.
LONDON, ENGLAND - MAY 02: Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang of Arsenal scores his team's third goal past Jose Luis Gaya and Norberto Murara Neto of Valencia during the UEFA Europa League Semi Final First Leg match between Arsenal and Valencia at Emirates Stadium on May 02, 2019 in London, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Arsenal best placed to land player they don’t actually need

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Despite reportedly deciding to make Emi Martinez their number two keeper next season Arsenal are still being linked with a new arrival in that department.
Emi Martinez signs for Reading on loan until the end of the 2018/19 season via ReadingFC.co.uk

Arsenal make decision on number 2 keeper for next season

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Despite Petr Cech leaving and Arsenal being linked with a host of players, The Sunday Mirror reported this weekend that the club will not be bringing in a new shot-stopper this summer.
TURIN, ITALY - SEPTEMBER 29: David Ospina of SSC Napoli during the Srie A match between Juventus and SSC Napoli at Allianz Stadium on September 29, 2018 in Turin, Italy. (Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty Images )

Arsenal set to sell David Ospina to Napoli and give Emi Martinez back-up goalkeeper...

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Arsenal are finally set to sell David Ospina to Napoli, with Emi Martinez returning from his loan spell with Reading to take the back-up goalkeeper spot in North London.
Emi Martinez makes save for Reading against Aston Villa (Photo via Twitter / EmiMartinezz1)

From Reiss Nelson to Emi Martinez: Arsenal loan ratings for 2018/19

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With the season coming to a close, let's have a look at how all of Arsenal's loanees have done in 2018/19.
Emi Martinez signs for Reading on loan until the end of the 2018/19 season via ReadingFC.co.uk

Emi Martinez helps Reading avoid relegation: He wants assurances to stay this summer

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Emi Martinez helped Reading to confirm their safety in the Championship last week, but quotes from earlier this month suggest he won't accept being third choice at Arsenal anymore.
Emi Martinez thanks Reading fans after debut against Bolton Wanderers (Photo via Twitter / EmiMartinezz1)

Emi Martinez keeps Reading clean sheet to all but guarantee safety

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Emi Martinez kept a clean sheet for Reading against fourth-place West Bromwich Albion on Monday to all but guarantee the club safety from relegation this season.
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