Juventus has reportedly made direct contact with Emiliano "Dibu" Martínez's representatives as they eye the Aston Villa star as their top goalkeeper target.
Transfer guru Fabrizio Romano revealed the Italian giants initiated contact today, signaling their serious interest in the World Cup-winning Argentine. While Martínez is the priority, securing him won't be easy, with Aston Villa's valuation currently deemed too steep by Juventus.
Due to the complex and costly nature of a potential deal, formal negotiations are expected to be postponed until after the World Cup. This gives both clubs time to assess their positions and potentially bridge the financial gap.
If the move for Martínez proves too expensive, Juventus has already identified a solid alternative: Tottenham Hotspur's Guglielmo Vicario. The 29-year-old Italian international is seen as a reliable and more financially accessible option.
Tottenham seems open to letting Vicario leave, especially with the rise of 23-year-old Czech talent Antonin Kinsky and the addition of veteran Martin Dubravka. Kinsky is expected to be the first-choice keeper, with Dubravka serving as backup, making Vicario surplus to requirements.
