Arsenal faces £60m hurdle in pursuit of Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 11:05 AM
Last updated Aug 8, 2026
Arsenal targets Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa as a key option to bolster their defense amid William Saliba's long-term injury. The club's opening bid for Konsa was rejected, with Aston Villa valuing him at £60 million—significantly higher than Arsenal's assessment. Although Konsa reportedly is open to a move, Aston Villa’s position is firm, as they aim to extend his contract with two years remaining. Arsenal is considering a revised offer to address the valuation issue before the transfer window closes.
- •Arsenal seeks defensive reinforcements following Saliba's injury.
- •Ezri Konsa is valued at £60 million by Aston Villa.
- •Arsenal's initial bid for Konsa was rejected.
- •Negotiations hinge on Arsenal increasing their offer.
- •Konsa has two years left on his Villa contract.
- 11:05 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal target faces £60m transfer hurdle
"Ezri Konsa is admired in north London, yet Aston Villa’s valuation means any breakthrough could still be some way off.Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty ImagesArsenal‘s search for defensive reinforceme...
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