Manchester United Moving for Dibu Martínez as Lammens Deal Progresses

Manchester United are looking at new goalkeeper options. They are considering a move for Argentinian star Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez and have also held talks with Galatasaray.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Manchester United are in advanced talks to sign Royal Antwerp’s Senne Lammens, with discussions around a transfer fee nearing €20 million, and are also negotiating with Aston Villa for Emiliano Martínez. The transfer window is closing soon, and United need a stable, experienced goalkeeper to strengthen their defense. Martínez, who recently played for Aston Villa in a loss to Brentford, is interested in moving to Old Trafford. United have agreed on personal terms with him and started formal discussions with Villa. Meanwhile, Galatasaray are interested in Martínez and are holding talks for a potential transfer if he leaves Villa.

UNITED AND VILLA: WHERE THEY STAND THIS SEASON

Manchester United are trying to return to the Premier League’s top five. They are currently eighth after a tense 3-2 win over newly promoted Burnley. Liverpool and Chelsea have a significant lead at the top, but United are only two points behind Tottenham in third. Villa, who recently lost to Crystal Palace, are now nineteenth in the table, three points behind United. They are struggling with inconsistency. Martínez started Villa’s opener but missed their next game, fueling exit rumors. United’s next match is against Manchester City, who are in ninth place, one point behind them. This fixture could further shuffle the standings in the middle of the table.

MARTÍNEZ AND THE FUTURE OF UNITED’S GOALKEEPER SPOT

Emiliano Martínez, 32, remains one of the Premier League’s most reliable goalkeepers. He is known for his crucial saves and commanding presence. He helped Argentina win the World Cup and won the Yashin Trophy twice. If United sign Martínez, he is expected to bring much-needed leadership and stability to a defense rotating between Altay Bayindir and André Onana this season. With the transfer window closing soon, United will need to act quickly to finalize any move and strengthen their squad ahead of upcoming games against direct rivals. Meanwhile, Galatasaray will be closely monitoring the situation and would hope to sign Martínez if United pull out or the deal collapses.