Aston Villa Rejects Manchester United £40M Martinez Offer Amid Ongoing Negotiations

Manchester United is actively pursuing Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, with the club reportedly making a loan offer that Aston Villa has rejected outright, preferring a permanent transfer instead. Villa values Martinez at around £40 million, which may deter United from pursuing the deal further, especially given that United intends to keep their current goalkeeper André Onana, who is expected to return soon. Additionally, Manchester United is monitoring winger Alejandro Garnacho, who could be available for about £40 million, while competing with other clubs for Sporting midfielder Morten Hjulmand and Chelsea striker Nicolas Jackson, who has expressed a desire to stay in the Premier League. Juventus is also preparing to intensify their bid for Manchester United's Jadon Sancho once they offload certain forwards. The transfer speculations reflect broader Premier League activity, with multiple clubs involved in competitive moves for key players. Despite the rumors, Aston Villa supporters can likely expect Martinez to remain with their club after their upcoming match against Newcastle.