Martinez Under Heavy Fire as Numbers Contextualize Chelsea Debut

Statistics from Football.London show the former Aston Villa keeper has faced among the most shots on target in the Premier League since joining Chelsea.

Emi Martinez's early days at Chelsea have been difficult, with several goals the Argentina goalkeeper might have handled better. A review of the club's summer signings by Football.London's Jake Stokes suggests the defender of the net would be hard-pressed to earn more than a 6/10 rating so far.

The numbers, however, add important context. According to Stokes, the former Aston Villa shot-stopper, who arrived just before the transfer deadline, has recorded the joint second most saves in the Premier League despite sitting out the opening weekend. Had he joined in time for that first match, the piece suggests he would likely lead the category.

Stokes also notes that no keeper in the league has faced more shots on target. With that volume of pressure, the likelihood of errors naturally rises, meaning improvements in the defending in front of him could quickly change how Martinez performs.

Separately, Chelsea have been linked with interest in AC Milan striker Francesco Camarda.