Martínez receives diagnosis: what’s next for Aston Villa's goalkeeper?

Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez was forced to leave the match against Chelsea early due to an injury. After undergoing medical examinations, the extent of the problem and its implications for Unai Emery’s key player are now clear.

Details: According to Goal, Martínez sustained a fractured pinky finger on his left hand. While the injury won’t require an extended recovery period, Aston Villa is taking a cautious approach. The club intends to reintegrate the Argentine only once he is fully healed, even if that means delaying his return.

Reminder: Martínez played 80 minutes in the match against Chelsea, conceding two goals during that time. In the first half, he was involved in a bizarre incident where he picked up the ball after a backpass from a teammate, resulting in an indirect free kick inside the box. However, Villa's defense managed to neutralize the threat effectively.