Chelsea are weighing up a late transfer move for Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez, according to Sky Sports, with the Argentine shot-stopper's representatives having already offered him to the London club.

The approach comes after Chelsea's current first-choice goalkeeper Robert Sanchez drew sharp criticism following an error in Monday's Premier League victory over Fulham, raising questions over his long-term future between the posts.

Martinez in need of a new home

Martinez finds himself seeking a fresh start after Aston Villa moved to sign Zion Suzuki from Parma for nearly £30 million, effectively pushing the World Cup-winning goalkeeper down the pecking order at Villa Park.

The Argentina international had attracted interest from Juventus, but the Italian giants opted instead to recruit Guglielmo Vicario from Tottenham Hotspur, closing off that avenue for Martinez.

With Chelsea exploring their options in goal ahead of the transfer deadline, Martinez's camp appears to be working swiftly to secure a move to Stamford Bridge before the window shuts.