According to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Manchester United are plotting a move for Aston Villa star Emiliano Martínez as well as Sporting CP striker Viktor Gyokeres in the summer transfer window. It will be interesting to see if they can sign the two players. The combined fee for the two players could reach up to €100 million.
Manchester United endured a disappointing 2024/25 season, and they finished close to the relegation zone. They need to improve their squad to bounce back strongly. Gyokeres and Martinez could prove to be excellent acquisitions for the club.
The 26-year-old Swedish International is one of the best strikers in the world, and he scored 54 goals in all competitions this past season. He could transform Manchester United in the final third. Players like Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee have been quite underwhelming, and they need to be replaced.
Manchester United need a reliable striker like Gyokeres if they want to push for UEFA Champions League qualification. It will be interesting to see if they can wrap up a move for the Sporting CP striker in the coming weeks.
Meanwhile, Emiliano Martinez has been linked with away from Aston Villa in recent weeks. The Argentine goalkeeper is looking for a fresh challenge, and a move to Manchester United could be ideal for him. The Red Devils need more quality in the goalkeeping department, especially with the way Andre Onana has performed.
The Cameroonian international has been quite error-prone, and his mistakes have cost his team valuable points. On the other hand, Martinez is a key player for club and country. He has helped his country win the World Cup and the Copa America.
He will look to win major trophies at club level as well. Manchester United might be able to provide him with that opportunity in future. It remains to be seen the situation develops. Both players have the quality and the experience to perform at a top club, and a move to Manchester United could be tempting for them.
