According to reports, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has advised incoming Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim to steer clear of a move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez due to major financial limitations.
❌ Deal Blocked by Budget and Wage Demands
Amorim had reportedly identified Emi Martínez as a potential long-term replacement for United’s current options in goal. However, the proposed move has hit a brick wall following Ratcliffe’s intervention.
Two major reasons have been cited:
- 📶 Budget Constraints: Manchester United’s current transfer budget is being tightly monitored, with Ratcliffe prioritising a balanced and strategic approach in the market. The fee required to sign the World Cup-winning Argentine is viewed as excessive under the club’s current financial strategy.
- 💰 Wage Issues: Martínez’s reported wage demands of £200,000 per week are said to be far beyond what United are prepared to offer for a new goalkeeper. Ratcliffe is determined to maintain a controlled wage structure as the club reshapes under the INEOS-led sporting project.
🔁 United’s Goalkeeper Hunt Continues
With the Martínez pursuit likely off the table, Amorim and United’s recruitment team will now shift their focus to more financially viable alternatives. The club is still expected to strengthen between the sticks this summer, especially with uncertainties surrounding the long-term future of André Onana.
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