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Martinez started in Villa's season-opening 2-1 win at West Ham last week Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez has signed a new long-term contract with the club. The 31-year-old Argentina international has extended his stay until 2029. Martinez joined Villa from Arsenal for £17m in 2020 and has made over 150 appearances for the club. The 2022 World Cup-winner kept nine clean sheets in 34 Premier League games last season as Unai Emery's side finished fourth to qualify for the Champions League for the first time. This summer he played all six games as Argentina retained their Copa America title, becoming victors for a record 16th time. Latest Aston Villa news, analysis and fan views Get Aston Villa news sent straight to your phone England reach 22-0 - 214 behind Sri Lanka - before bad light ends play Chelsea sign £45m Felix as Gallagher joins Atletico Sinner 'worn down physically and mentally' by investigation Five boys and one boy band dream Can these Brits become the kings of K-pop in just 100 days? A comedy series about two metal-detecting enthusiasts Misfit friends Lance and Andy comb the fields of Danebury for hidden treasure and a change of fortune Inspired by the rock star Bruce Springsteen. Video Inspired by the rock star Bruce Springsteen Teen Javed Khan finds unexpected inspiration in Springsteen's songs How to cut the cost of your holiday Our travel experts' top tips on how to make your money go further 'It's a horrible ball' - Wood dismisses Mendis with 93mph delivery. Video'It's a horrible ball' - Wood dismisses Mendis with 93mph delivery 'Don't be sorry, smile' - Eriksson in new film ‘What a start for England’ - Sri Lanka fall to 6-3. Video‘What a start for England’ - Sri Lanka fall to 6-3 What has happened to Saudi Pro League's big spending? Would Gundogan returning to Man City make sense? Video Would Gundogan returning to Man City make sense? A new Champions League era - all you need to know. Video A new Champions League era - all you need to know 'Hull overcomes Olympics setback for Women's Open bid' Why Felix to Chelsea ‘doesn’t make sense’ Video Why Felix to Chelsea ‘doesn’t make sense’ PFL turns to boxing's blueprint – gimmick or genius? 'Shock & despair' - how Southport FC helped a town in mourning Who makes Troy Deeney's first Premier League team of the week? East v West - Germany's drug-fuelled Cold War for medals The countdown is on. .. Who could be on the move? Weekly football quiz: Who assisted Mbappe? Why Kovacic's performance shows Man City may not need Rodri understudy What next for The Hundred? © 2024 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.