Emi Martinez's final Aston Villa appearance will NOT be his final day red card at - at least, according to .

Martinez started in goal against the Red Devils, looking to secure football for the Villans for a second season in succession. However, it didn't quite go to plan for the big Argentine, who , as his side fell to defeat and missed out on qualifying for the competition.

Argentina international Martinez having previously a decade on the Gunners' books. The Villa no.1 left north London in 2020 as the sides agreed a £17million fee and has since established himself as one of the division's best shotstoppers and won the World Cup with Argentina.

It's now been claimed that are interested in bringing Martinez back to the club . It is further suggested that Martinez would relish the chance to become Arsenal's first choice goalkeeper.

Asked if it would be the final time Martinez plays for Villa, Emery outright.

"No way," Emery simply replied ahead of his side's match against United.

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Posed a follow up question of whether Martinez was staying at the club, Emery the responded: "See you later." The ex-Arsenal coach then made his way off from the interview.

Martinez went on to be shown a red card at Old Trafford as he fouled Ramus Hojlund well outside of his box. The 32-year-old clattered United's striker as the Denmark international raced towards goal.

Speculation over Martinez's position has come amid interest in Arsenal star Raya. The 29-year-old is understood to have been identified by as the long-term successor to Thibaut Courtois. Atletico Madrid have also been linked with Raya with their own goalkeeper, Jan Oblak, being touted for a possible move to Saudi Arabia. Such interest would appear to have prompted the Gunners to consider a move for Martinez.

The Villa goalkeeper has previously suggested he still loves Arsenal and praised . "I think it was 10-11 years I was here," Martinez told .

"I’ve still got friends here. I came here as a lad and left a man. I’ll always love this club.

"They are still second, they’ve come far and have one of the best managers in the . I’ve worked with Mikel [Arteta]. I know how good he is."

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