

- Manchester United’s loan offer for Emiliano Martinez has been rejected by Aston Villa
- The club is weighing whether to sign an experienced or young goalkeeper
- Aston Villa have told Manchester United that striker Ollie Watkins is not for sale
Key Takeaways:
Manchester United have submitted a loan offer for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. However, the proposal from the Red Devils was rejected, reports Fabrizio Romano.
🚨 Aston Villa have rejected an approach from Man United for Dibu Martínez on a loan deal.
Man United still deciding internally with experienced GK and young GK as options.
Lammens from Royal Antwerp remains one of the main names. 👀
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— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 25, 2025
The English giants are in search of a new goalkeeper following an injury to Andre Onana. At Old Trafford, several options are being considered, and no final decision has yet been made on whether to sign an experienced keeper or a younger one.
Another option for the club is Senne Lammens from Antwerp as the 23-year-old has impressed with his performances for the Belgian side.
Manchester United also have an interest in another Aston Villa player — 29-year-old striker Ollie Watkins. From the Birmingham club have told Manchester United that striker Ollie Watkins is not for sale.