Emiliano Martínez has touched down in London today to undergo medical assessments as he prepares to finalise a move to Chelsea, with the Argentine goalkeeper set to complete his switch to Stamford Bridge in the coming hours.

The World Cup winner, who has spent recent seasons at Aston Villa, is expected to put pen to paper on a deal running until June 2028, with the contract structured to include a further one-year option.

Martínez’s imminent arrival marks the culmination of speculation that has followed him for much of the transfer window, with the shot-stopper long tipped as a target for several Premier League clubs seeking experienced goalkeeping reinforcement.

Should the move go through as expected, Martínez would add considerable pedigree to Chelsea’s squad, bringing a wealth of big-match experience gathered from Argentina’s triumphant World Cup campaign and years of Premier League football.

The 33-year-old has built a reputation as one of the game’s most vocal and combative goalkeepers, known for his shot-stopping ability as much as his psychological edge over opponents, particularly from the penalty spot.

His move to west London would represent a fresh chapter following his years at Villa Park, where he established himself as one of the division’s most reliable custodians and helped restore the club’s European pedigree.

Chelsea are expected to confirm the transfer through official channels once the medical and paperwork formalities are concluded, with an announcement likely before the day is out.