Active in Premier League
Emiliano Martínez
Goalkeeper #23
Age 33 years
Nationality Argentina
Market Value €16M
Career
AV
◀ 2020 Aston Villa from Arsenal
A
2019 Arsenal from Reading
R
2019 Reading from Arsenal
A
2018 Arsenal from Getafe
G
2017 Getafe from Arsenal
A
2016 Arsenal from Wolves
W
2015 Wolves from Arsenal
A
2015 Arsenal from Rotherham
R
2015 Rotherham from Arsenal
A
2014 Arsenal from Sheffield Wednesday
SW
2013 Sheffield Wednesday from Arsenal
OU
2012 Oxford United from Arsenal
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Damián Emiliano Martínez Romero is a exceptional SHOT STOPPER for Aston Villa. Evidence: 77% Save %.
Also shows: above average BRICK WALL (43% Clean Sheet %) , above average MAGNET (41 Touches/90) , above average SWEEPER KEEPER (40 Passes/90)
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Dribbling (72/100) but has room to grow in Workrate.
Damián Emiliano Martínez Romero Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Goalkeepers
Height 82%
Weight 65%
Experience 69%
vs Premier League
Height 94%
Weight 91%
Experience 92%
Traits
DECORATED INTERNATIONAL
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Shot-Stopping 72
Distribution 34
Command 72
Sweeping 0
Claiming 40
Key Strength 72 Shot-Stopping
Area to Watch 0 Sweeping
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Damián Emiliano Martínez Romero this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2026 | Aston Villa 2-0 West Ham | 93' | 7.2 | - | - | 34 |
| Mar 15, 2026 | Manchester United 3-1 Aston Villa | 83' | 5.6 | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-4 Chelsea | 96' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 68 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Wolves 2-0 Aston Villa | 98' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 41 |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-1 Leeds | 95' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 49 |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Aston Villa 1-0 Brighton | 94' | 7.5 | 0 | 0 | 33 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Bournemouth 1-1 Aston Villa | 92' | 8.3 | 0 | 0 | 40 |
| Feb 01, 2026 | Aston Villa 0-1 Brentford | 100' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Jan 25, 2026 | Newcastle 0-2 Aston Villa | 96' | 8.0 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Jan 18, 2026 | Aston Villa 0-1 Everton | 95' | 6.2 | 0 | 0 | 44 |
| Jan 07, 2026 | Crystal Palace 0-0 Aston Villa | 45' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 26 |
| Jan 03, 2026 | Aston Villa 3-1 Nottingham Forest | 95' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Dec 30, 2025 | Arsenal 4-1 Aston Villa | 98' | 5.5 | 0 | 0 | 75 |
| Dec 27, 2025 | Chelsea 1-2 Aston Villa | 94' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Dec 21, 2025 | Aston Villa 2-1 Manchester United | 93' | 6.7 | 0 | 0 | 67 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 12, 2026 | Nottingham Forest vs Aston Villa | 51 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Aston Villa vs Sunderland | 60 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Fulham vs Aston Villa | 47 |
| May 02, 2026 | Aston Villa vs Tottenham | 53 |
| May 09, 2026 | Burnley vs Aston Villa | 53 |
| May 17, 2026 | Aston Villa vs Liverpool | 52 |
| May 24, 2026 | Manchester City vs Aston Villa | 61 |
Player Market Value
Track Damián Emiliano Martínez Romero's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €16.0M
Peak Value €35.0M (Q3'21)
€35.0M €17.5M €0
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Emiliano Martínez is Aston Villa's Platinum Engine, a title that reflects his massive influence since joining the club in 2020. With 22 career trophies including the FIFA World Cup and back-to-back Copa América titles, his presence in the squad provides the foundation for their tactical Intensity.
Across 20 appearances this season, Martínez has logged 1755 minutes, proving to be the team's most reliable outlet. He has earned the SHOT STOPPER badge for his 75% save rate and is currently on an upward trajectory toward his peak form. His high Dribbling score of 74 highlights his composure when playing out from the back, essential for the club's transition game as a SWEEPER KEEPER. With a Style rating of 90, his influence transcends traditional goalkeeping, acting as a genuine tactical motor.
While his market value is currently adjusting at €16M, his full_season reliability makes him an indispensable asset. As the club navigates the high Stakes of the campaign, his championship pedigree remains their greatest competitive advantage during any crunch match.