Discover Dibu Martínez’s New Aston Villa Teammate: A Three-Club Transfer Sensation
Aston Villa has secured an experienced player to join Emiliano “Dibu” Martínez for the remainder of the season. This transfer stands out as the player transitioned through two clubs in just over 24 hours before signing with the Birmingham side.
Transfer Details of Tammy Abraham
The player in question is Tammy Abraham. He was previously under contract with AS Roma and spent the last season on loan at Besiktas in Turkey. Following a commendable performance, Besiktas exercised their purchase option, acquiring him for €14 million.
Remarkably, just a day later, Abraham was transferred to Aston Villa for a fee of €21 million. He arrived shortly before the match against Brentford, scheduled for Sunday, February 1, at 11 AM Argentina time. While his starting position remains uncertain, he is expected to be included in the game day squad.
Abraham’s Career Overview
- Age: 28 years
- Clubs Played For: Chelsea, Bristol City, Swansea City, Aston Villa, AS Roma, AC Milan, and Besiktas
- Matches Played: 461
- Goals Scored: 187
- Assists: 54
Throughout his career, he has won titles including the Champions League and the UEFA Super Cup with Chelsea, as well as the Supercoppa Italiana with AC Milan.
Current Standings and Future Aspirations
Aston Villa aims to close the gap with league leaders Arsenal, who recently beat Leeds United 4-0. With 46 points, Aston Villa is currently tied with Manchester City, while Chelsea and Manchester United trail with 40 and 38 points, respectively. With 14 matches remaining, Martínez and his teammates are hopeful to contend for their first league title since the 1980-1981 season.
Interest from Inter Milan
Additionally, Emiliano Martínez has caught the attention of Inter Milan. Reports from Sky Sports Italia indicate that Inter has begun direct negotiations to acquire the Argentine goalkeeper, aiming for a transfer in July 2026. Martínez currently has a contract with Aston Villa until June 2029, complicating any potential deal.
Inter is seeking a replacement for 37-year-old Yann Sommer, indicating their commitment to establishing a robust goalkeeping position.
With Tammy Abraham’s transfer to Aston Villa solidified, fans eagerly anticipate his contributions to the team alongside Dibu Martínez.
