Chelsea agree £7.5m Emi Martinez deal

Chelsea have agreed a £7.5 million fee with Aston Villa for goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, with the Argentina international set to undergo a medical at Stamford Bridge.

The deal represents a significant move for both clubs and the player.

Martinez's arrival would bolster Chelsea's goalkeeping options ahead of the new season.

The transfer has been described as a shock move given the goalkeeper's importance to Aston Villa.