Aston Villa are unwavering in their plans to sign 23-year-old Japanese goalkeeper Dieng Suzuki.
This resolve persists even as talks concerning the sale of Emiliano Martinez to Juventus have completely stalled, with the Birmingham outfit still keen to secure the goalkeeper.
The club has already arranged a medical examination for the Japan international, with all formalities and contract signing expected early next week.
The Villa hierarchy view Suzuki as a long-term investment for Unai Emery's squad, irrespective of Emiliano Martinez's current status.
All key conditions between the clubs have been agreed upon, the medical is set, and the player is ready to join the Birmingham squad in the coming days.
Meanwhile, as Juventus turns their attention to Guglielmo Vicario from Tottenham, Aston Villa are strengthening their defence with one of Asia's most athletic and promising goalkeepers.
