Transfer column: Championship rivals eye West Brom goalkeeper

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Championship club eye West Brom goalkeeper

Stoke City reportedly have a ‘genuine interest’ in West Brom goalkeeper Josh Griffiths.

According to The Sentinel, the Championship club are keen to add competition and cover for first-choice goalkeeper Viktor Johansson, particularly if Tommy Simkin is allowed to continue his development with another loan spell.

Griffiths is understood to be among the players under consideration. He started last season as Albion's first-choice goalkeeper, but his opportunities became limited following the arrival of Max O'Leary on a short-term deal from Bristol City during the January transfer window.

Juventus advance in pursuit of Martinez

Reports emerging from Italy on Tuesday evening suggest Juventus are making significant progress in their pursuit of Emiliano Martinez.

According to Sky Italia journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, the club has already reached an agreement with the goalkeeper on personal terms and is moving ever closer to completing a deal for the 33-year-old Argentina international.

Transfer journalist Nico Schira reports that Juventus have proposed a contract running until 2029, with Martínez set to earn €5.5 million net per season.

According to reports, Martinez earns around €7 million net annually at Villa.

Italian newspaper Tuttosport also claims that terms between Juventus and the player have been settled, while La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that Aston Villa would be willing to consider offers in the region of €15 million for the goalkeeper during the current transfer window.

Arsenal set to appoint former Aston Villa medic

Arsenal are reportedly set to appoint former Aston Villa head of medical services Arnaldo Abrantes as their new first-team doctor.

According to reports from David Ornstein of The Athletic, a deal has been agreed for Abrantes to join the Premier League club after leaving Villa at the end of the season. He previously held a similar position at Nottingham Forest.

The 39-year-old also enjoyed a distinguished athletics career, winning Portuguese national titles in both the 100m and 200m. He represented Portugal at the 2008 Beijing Olympics and the 2012 London Olympics.

Jimenez completes stunning return

Wolves last night completed the stunning re-signing of fan favourite Raul Jimenez.

Wolves confirmed his free transfer just after 11pm UK time. The club legend forward has signed a two-year deal, with the option of an additional 12 months, after leaving Fulham at the end of his contract.