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Manchester United receive potential boost in pursuit of Jan Oblak with Atletico Madrid 'targeting Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez as a possible replacement'

Manchester United have received a potential boost in their pursuit of Atletico Madrid goalkeeper Jan Oblak.

According to The Mirror, Atletico have identified Aston Villa's Emiliano Martinez as a potential replacement should Oblak depart.

Oblak, who is widely regarded as one of the standout shot-stoppers in world football, is into the final year of his contract at Atletico.

Manchester United have received a potential boost as they look to sign goalkeeper Jan Oblak
Atletico Madrid have identified Emiliano Martinez as a replacement should Oblak depart

Atletico will reportedly consider selling Oblak in January in order to avoid losing him for free next summer.

United have been linked with a move for Oblak, with the 29-year-old seen as a possible replacement for David de Gea.