Unai Emery declined to comment on Emi Martinez’s future before Aston Villa’s Premier League match against Crystal Palace.

The 32-year-old’s future at the club remains uncertain amid interest from Manchester United. However, Villa have yet to receive an official offer since previously rejecting a loan bid earlier this summer.

Martinez was not named in Villa’s squad for the game as he is not in the right frame of mind to feature.

Speaking to Sky Sports before kick-off, Emery offered little insight into Martinez’s omission.

When asked why Martinez wasn’t in the squad, Emery simply replied: “Marco Bizot.” After being pressed again on the reason, he repeated: “Marco Bizot.”

Questioned further about whether he will be Villa's future goalkeeper, Emery again responded with: “Marco Bizot.”

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