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Arsenal pursues Ezri Konsa as Aston Villa aims to retain defender

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Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Arsenal pursues Ezri Konsa as Aston Villa aims to retain defender
Summary

Ezri Konsa is drawing interest from Arsenal this summer as they seek to bolster their defense. The England international has been a mainstay for Aston Villa and recently contributed to their Europa League victory. Villa has stated their intention to keep Konsa, making any potential transfer challenging. Despite Arsenal's willingness to make a substantial offer, reports indicate Villa sees Konsa as a crucial player and is not open to negotiations during the current transfer window.

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By the Numbers
  • •Arsenal targets Ezri Konsa for defensive upgrade.
  • •Konsa played a key role in Villa's Europa League win.
  • •Aston Villa has no plans to sell Konsa this summer.
  • •Villa views Konsa as one of their most important players.
  • •Arsenal's substantial bid unlikely to sway Villa's stance.
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  • 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — Arsenal faces paying £50million for Aston Villa star
  • 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Will Aston Villa consider a huge bid for Ezri Konsa amidst Arsenal interest?
What they're saying
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Arsenal have been linked with a move for Ezri Konsa this summer as the Gunners look to strengthen their squad and admire the England international.Konsa has been a regular for Aston Villa and is now s...

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Aston Villa do not want to sell Ezri Konsa, but if Arsenal remain determined to pursue the defender, they will reportedly have to pay at least £50 million to demonstrate the seriousness of their inte...

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