Emery must keep 'best goalkeeper in the world' Martinez happy

Unai Emery brushed off any issues with Emi Martinez after he stayed at Aston Villa.

The World Cup-winning goalkeeper remained at the club despite wanting a move to Manchester United.

That never materialised as United brought in Senne Lammens from Royal Antwerp instead.

Martinez missed the 3-0 defeat by Crystal Palace because of the transfer speculation before the deadline, but is available for Saturday's Premier League trip to Everton.

"Everything happens with players - maybe staying, maybe they were close to leaving, maybe other players were close to others or to join us," Emery said in his pre-match news conference. "It's normal.

"I understand it completely, everything. Staying here is good news - I am so, so happy. He is the best goalkeeper in the world and his commitment to Aston Villa is massive.

"He is always training to be his best, respecting Aston Villa. Some circumstances happen. Everyone is happy and the energy today was very good.

"Emi is happy and now he knows his challenge is with Aston Villa and his national team."

Emery only answered two questions on Martinez, both times saying he was happy and committed to Villa.

The manager was never going to go into detail about the situation with his star goalkeeper and offered what was expected.

Martinez may be happy now, but other windows will come.

The 33-year-old has four years left on his contract and Villa need to ensure they keep him focused for the foreseeable future.