Manchester United have made a fresh approach to Aston Villa for goalkeeper Emiliano ‘Dibu’ Martínez as the club explores options to strengthen their squad before the transfer window closes. Sources indicate that United held new discussions with both Villa and Martínez’s camp in recent hours.

Talks are still ongoing with Belgian goalkeeper Senne Lammens, but with less than 48 hours left in the window, United are preparing a backup plan should that deal collapse. The renewed contact for Martínez signals the club’s intent to secure a reliable option between the posts before deadline day.

Martínez, a World Cup winner with Argentina and one of the Premier League’s standout shot-stoppers, has been on United’s radar for some time. While Aston Villa remain keen to keep their first-choice goalkeeper, developments over the next two days could prove decisive.