Aston Villa are weighing up the sale of 33-year-old Argentine goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez in the current transfer window to improve the club's financial situation and retain England defender Ezri Konsa.
Head coach Unai Emery faces yet another challenge as the departure of another key player looms, having already seen Morgan Rogers move to Chelsea and Youri Tielemans join Manchester United.
Financial strategy and Arsenal’s interest
Priority for retention: Aston Villa deem 28-year-old Ezri Konsa more difficult to replace as he reaches his peak, while Martinez’s age presents one of the last opportunities for a lucrative sale of a goalkeeper.
Interest from Arsenal: The Gunners are on the lookout to bolster their centre-back options following William Saliba's injury and are preparing a fresh bid for the defender.
Player's prospects: Konsa could find his time in Birmingham more beneficial, as at Arsenal he risks losing a starting spot upon Saliba's return, compounded by the presence of Gabriel, which could diminish his chances for regular playing time and a spot in the England squad.
