Unai Emery refused to discuss Emi Martinez's future ahead of Aston Villa's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace.

Martinez has been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United as Ruben Amorim's side look to sign a new goalkeeper. BirminghamLive reports Villa are yet to receive a formal bid after turning down a loan approach earlier this summer.

Martinez was absent from Villa's matchday squad for the clash against Palace on Sunday night, with reports indicating he is not in the proper mindset to play.

Speaking to Sky Sports before kick-off, Emery provided minimal explanation for Martinez's exclusion.

When questioned about Martinez's absence from the squad, Emery simply stated: "Marco Bizot." That was a reference to Martinez's replacement in goal for Villa. Sky Sports d

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