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Bargain Emiliano Martinez is such a bonus for Aston Villa following his one-man show against Brighton

Signing of the season? Manchester City's Ruben Dias might have something to say, but Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez looks worthy of that compliment.

His one-man show on Saturday was enough to make Arsenal hot under the collar. While the Gunners twiddle their thumbs, he could be playing in Europe next season. There's some way to go, but Villa's short-sleeved wonder has them feeling confident.

Graham Potter's Brighton recorded more shots — 26 in total — than they had ever managed in a Premier League match but failed to score because of Villa's £17million steal.