Emi Martinez's wife Mandinha drops huge bombshell over Man Utd-linked goalkeeper's future as she explains Aston Villa star's emotional outburst after Tottenham game

Martinez appeared to say an emotional goodbye to Aston Villa after the team's final home game of the season against Tottenham. The goalkeeper looked to be in tears as he waved to fans, prompting speculation he will leave the Villans in the summer transfer window.

Manchester United have subsequently been linked with a move for Martinez amid continued doubts over current first choice stopper Andre Onana. The Red Devils reportedly even considered an approach in January but were put off by Aston Villa's asking price. Martinez's wife has now shared her thoughts on the situation and has played down talk of a move away from Villa.

She told Ed James on BBC WM: "He wasn't in tears. No. Anybody who knows Emi knows he is an emotional character and that's who he is. It just shows you how much he loves the Villa fans. I love the Villa fans. We love Villa."

Martinez has a contract at Aston Villa until 2029 but has refused to confirm he will be staying at Villa Park when quizzed on his future while on international duty with Argentina. Fans will therefore have to wait and see if he stays put or heads away for a new challenge.