Juventus icon Dino Zoff backs move for Emi Martinez
Juventus legend Dino Zoff has voiced his support for the club's potential signing of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez.
Photo: Wikimedia Commons / Public domain / Author: Unknown author Unknown author
Iconic Juventus figure Dino Zoff has expressed his support for the club's pursuit of Aston Villa goalkeeper Emi Martinez. Despite the Argentine's well-known fiery temperament and on-field antics, Zoff remains focused on the raw ability that has made the 33-year-old a standout performer in the Premier League.
At Juve the result counts and players are free to do what they want on the pitch as long as they contribute to the cause. It doesn't matter if a goalkeeper is eccentric or shy: as long as he knows how to save as God commands. And the Argentine has demonstrated he knows how to do it in the Premier League and for his national team. He excites me. Dino Zoff
Reports suggest that Martinez is nearing a move to Turin, having reportedly reached a verbal agreement with the club. To facilitate the transfer, the goalkeeper is said to be willing to accept lower wages than he currently earns in England, viewing Juventus as the ideal next step in his career.
Currently, the goalkeeper is focused on international duty. Argentina manager Lionel Scaloni has provided a positive update regarding Martinez's fitness following concerns about a fractured finger, confirming he is available for the upcoming World Cup qualifier against Algeria.
Zoff also addressed the ongoing uncertainty surrounding Dusan Vlahovic. The Serbian forward has struggled with fitness throughout the season, leading to questions about his future at the Allianz Stadium. Zoff noted that it is difficult to judge the striker's impact given his limited playing time due to injuries.