Tottenham have ruled out a late move for a veteran PL goaliet, with De Zerbi happy to trust Kinský and Dúbravka.
Tottenham Hotspur have completely distanced themselves from a potential late-window move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, and reported by The Spurs Express on X. Despite persistent rumors linking the 33-year-old Argentina international with a switch to North London following Guglielmo Vicario’s exit to Juventus, Spurs management and head coach Roberto De Zerbi have determined that no further reinforcement between the posts is required.
Addressing the recent speculation surrounding the World Cup winner, Romano clarified that Tottenham are not actively involved in negotiations for Martínez. De Zerbi remains fully satisfied with the current options within his squad, electing to trust young Czech prospect Antonín Kinský alongside summer signing Martin Dúbravka to handle goalkeeping duties for the upcoming campaign.
Reporting on the situation, Fabrizio Romano noted:
“My understanding is that Tottenham are not part of the conversation. Spurs have their two goalkeepers for the season. Roberto De Zerbi is happy with Antonin Kinski and with Martin Dubravka. These will be the two goalkeepers for Tottenham. No changes are planned.”
The decision signals a clear vote of confidence in Kinský, who established himself as a key figure under De Zerbi following a series of commanding performances late last season. The acquisition of 37-year-old Dúbravka on a free transfer provides essential Premier League experience, leadership, and depth in domestic cup competitions without disrupting Kinský’s development.
Chelsea Emerge as Primary Destination for Martínez
While Spurs have officially bowed out of contention, Martínez’s departure from Villa Park remains highly likely before the transfer deadline. Aston Villa recently completed the acquisition of Japanese international goalkeeper Zion Suzuki, effectively signaling manager Unai Emery’s intention to transition to a new long-term option between the sticks.
🥇 Tottenham are currently not involved in a deal for Emiliano Martínez as they are happy, so far with Kinsky and Dubravka. #THFC@FabrizioRomano pic.twitter.com/x3zUmwpnMr
— The Spurs Express (@TheSpursExpress) August 27, 2026
With Tottenham exiting the race, London rivals Chelsea have emerged as the leading suitors for the Argentina star. Reports indicate that Martínez has already given his approval to the Stamford Bridge project, leaving Chelsea executives to decide whether to finalize a formal offer with Aston Villa before the window shuts.
For Tottenham, closing the door on Martínez underscores De Zerbi’s commitment to tactical continuity and squad balance. By sticking with Kinský and Dúbravka, Spurs can direct their remaining transfer window focus toward bolstering other areas of the squad.