Emiliano Martinez is close to a move to Chelsea and is personally persuading Enzo Fernandez to stay at Stamford Bridge

The transfer saga at Chelsea is reaching its climax as 33-year-old Aston Villa and Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano 'Dibu' Martinez nears a switch to the Blues.

As his deal edges closer to completion, the world’s best goalkeeper is in active talks with compatriot Enzo Fernandez, encouraging the midfielder to reject any offers to leave and remain with the London club.

Martinez aims to team up with his fellow Argentinian at club level, assuring Fernandez about the vast potential of the Chelsea project ahead.

The Chelsea hierarchy views Martinez as an ideal mentor and an undisputed first-choice keeper, one who can finally resolve the long-standing goalkeeping dilemma while boosting team spirit in the dressing room.