Emiliano Martínez Net Worth

What is Emiliano Martínez's Net Worth and Salary?

Emiliano Martínez is an Argentine professional soccer player who has a net worth of $30 million.

Emiliano Martínez is a goalkeeper who has played for Arsenal, Aston Villa and the Argentina national team. After spending nearly a decade as a backup and loan player, Martínez finally became a regular starter in his late 20s and quickly developed into one of the most accomplished goalkeepers in world soccer.

Known by the nickname "Dibu," Martínez helped Arsenal win the FA Cup before joining Aston Villa in 2020. At Villa, he established himself as one of the Premier League's leading goalkeepers and later helped the club win the 2026 UEFA Europa League.

Martínez achieved his greatest fame with Argentina. Playing behind Lionel Messi, he helped the country win the Copa América in 2021 and 2024, the 2022 Finalissima and the 2022 FIFA World Cup. His penalty saves, emotional celebrations and psychological tactics made him one of the most recognizable goalkeepers in the sport. He won the Golden Glove at the 2022 World Cup and became the first goalkeeper to win The Best FIFA Men's Goalkeeper award twice.

Early Life

Damián Emiliano Martínez was born on September 2, 1992, in Mar del Plata, Argentina. He grew up in a working-class family and began playing as a goalkeeper at a young age.

Martínez joined the youth system of Independiente, one of Argentina's most prominent clubs. Arsenal scouts noticed him while he was still a teenager, and he moved to England in 2010.

His nickname, "Dibu," came from an Argentine television character whose appearance was said to resemble Martínez when he was a child.

Arsenal and Loan Career

Martínez joined Arsenal's academy but found regular first-team opportunities difficult to obtain. He spent much of his early career behind established goalkeepers and was repeatedly sent out on loan.

His first senior loan came with Oxford United in 2012. Martínez later spent time with Sheffield Wednesday, Rotherham United, Wolverhampton Wanderers, Getafe and Reading.

The loans gave him experience in several divisions and countries, but his role at Arsenal remained uncertain. For years, Martínez appeared destined to be remembered as a capable backup rather than an elite starting goalkeeper.

He made occasional appearances for Arsenal in domestic cup competitions and European matches, but he was usually behind players such as Wojciech Szczęsny, Petr Čech, David Ospina and Bernd Leno in the club's goalkeeper hierarchy.

Arsenal Breakthrough

Martínez's career changed dramatically during the closing months of the 2019-20 season.

When Bernd Leno suffered an injury, Martínez took over as Arsenal's starting goalkeeper. He produced a series of strong performances and helped the club reach the FA Cup final.

Arsenal defeated Chelsea 2-1 at Wembley to win the trophy. Martínez was visibly emotional after the match, having finally earned a major role after approximately ten years under contract with the club.

He also started as Arsenal defeated Liverpool on penalties in the 2020 Community Shield. Despite his performances, Arsenal could not guarantee him the permanent starting position he wanted.

Martínez decided to leave in search of regular playing time.

Aston Villa

Aston Villa acquired Martínez from Arsenal in September 2020 for a reported transfer fee of approximately £20 million. He signed an initial four-year contract and immediately became the club's first-choice goalkeeper.

Martínez saved a penalty during his Aston Villa debut and recorded 15 clean sheets during his first Premier League season, equaling the club's top-flight record.

His performances earned him multiple contract extensions. In August 2024, Martínez signed a new agreement keeping him at Aston Villa through June 2029.

Under manager Unai Emery, Aston Villa returned to European competition and reached the Champions League. Martínez's shot-stopping, distribution and leadership made him one of the central figures in the club's revival.

In May 2026, Aston Villa defeated Freiburg 3-0 in the UEFA Europa League final. The victory gave Villa its first European trophy since winning the European Cup in 1982. Martínez was selected for UEFA's Europa League Team of the Season after helping the club keep nine clean sheets during the tournament.

Argentina National Team

Martínez did not make his senior Argentina debut until June 2021, when he was 28 years old. Within weeks, he had become a national hero.

During the 2021 Copa América semifinal against Colombia, Martínez saved three penalties in the shootout. Argentina then defeated Brazil in the final, giving Lionel Messi his first major senior international trophy.

Martínez remained Argentina's starting goalkeeper at the 2022 World Cup. In the quarterfinal against the Netherlands, he saved two penalties in the shootout.

His defining moment came during the final against France. With the score tied 3-3 near the end of extra time, Martínez made a remarkable one-on-one save against Randal Kolo Muani. Argentina then won the penalty shootout, with Martínez saving Kingsley Coman's attempt.

Messi won the tournament's Golden Ball, while Martínez received the Golden Glove as the World Cup's best goalkeeper. Messi later described Martínez as fundamental to Argentina's success and one of the best goalkeepers in the world.

Martínez helped Argentina win another Copa América in 2024. During the quarterfinal against Ecuador, Messi missed Argentina's opening penalty, but Martínez responded by saving Ecuador's first two attempts.

Argentina later returned to the World Cup final in 2026, continuing one of the most successful periods in the national team's history.

Contracts, Salaries & Career Earnings

Martínez earned relatively modest salaries during his early Arsenal years and loan spells. His compensation increased significantly after he became Aston Villa's starting goalkeeper.

His Aston Villa contract pays an estimated fixed salary of £150,000 per week. That equals £7.8 million per year, or approximately $10 million to $11 million.

Performance and team bonuses could add another £1.95 million annually, potentially bringing his total club compensation to approximately £9.75 million, or around $13 million per season.

Martínez's contract runs through June 2029. The final five years of the agreement could be worth approximately £39 million, including estimated bonuses.

His estimated gross career earnings are approximately £41 million in fixed salary, or around $55 million. When estimated bonuses are included, his career club compensation rises to roughly £47 million, equal to more than $60 million.

After British income taxes, agent commissions and personal expenses, an estimated net worth of $30 million is reasonable. His endorsement income and international bonuses have added to his wealth, but much of his largest compensation has been earned relatively late in his career.

Endorsements

Martínez earns additional income from goalkeeper equipment, sportswear and commercial partnerships. He has had prominent relationships with brands associated with gloves, boots and athletic apparel.

His marketability increased dramatically after the 2022 World Cup. His distinctive personality, penalty-shootout reputation and popularity in Argentina made him valuable to sponsors well beyond the traditional goalkeeper market.

Personal Life

Martínez married Amanda "Mandinha" Gama in 2017. She is an interior designer and business owner. The couple has two children, Santiago and Ava.

Martínez has spoken about the financial sacrifices his parents made while he pursued a professional career. He has also described how difficult it was to leave Argentina for England as a teenager.

Despite becoming known for an intense and provocative personality during matches, Martínez has said that his behavior is driven by competition rather than a desire to disrespect opponents.

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