Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has expressed frustration with his performances in the Premier League this season. The 32-year-old is currently sidelined from international duty with Argentina due to suspension and admits that the volume of goals he has conceded is weighing heavily on him. Despite this challenge, the Villans have made an impressive start to the 2024-25 season.
Since leaving Arsenal, Martinez has experienced a remarkable rise, securing Champions League qualification with Villa and achieving World Cup and Copa America success with Argentina. His performance has drawn attention, leading pundits to suggest that Mikel Arteta's decision to let him go was a mistake. Former England goalkeeper David James has claimed that Martinez would be 'perfect' for the north London side.
Martinez has managed three clean sheets this season, although only one of those has come in the Premier League. He recorded shutouts against Young Boys and Bayern Munich in the Champions League, but has conceded nine goals in just seven league matches. He remains committed to improving, stating, “I am a fan of zero goals, so I work a lot for it." According to The Mirror, he has been working closely with goalkeeper coach Javier García to refine his skills.
Reflecting on the recent victory over Bayern Munich, Martinez sees it as a stepping stone towards greater ambitions in the Champions League. He commented, “There’s still a lot to play [for]. We want to qualify in the first eight, it’s one step at a time." He also praised the atmosphere at Villa Park, describing it as "unreal" and highlighting the club's progression as a key reason for his commitment to Aston Villa.
As Aston Villa looks to build on their strong start, Martinez aims to bounce back quickly and continue his growth as a player, working diligently to ensure he contributes to the team's success both domestically and in Europe.