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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Sam Brookes

Aston Villa sign Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki to cast further doubt over Emiliano Martinez’s future

Villa have signed Zion Suzuki - (Getty)

Aston Villa have completed the signing of United States-born Japan goalkeeper Zion Suzuki from Parma, a transfer that casts fresh doubt over the future of Argentina international Emiliano Martinez heading into the new season.

The 23-year-old Suzuki, who represented Japan at this summer’s World Cup and made a memorable save onto the post from Brazil star Vinicius Jr, joined in a deal worth up to 35 million euros (£30 million), according to The Athletic.

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