Aston Villa pursue Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo amid Konsa departure

Aston Villa is looking to replace Ezri Konsa, who is expected to join Arsenal for approximately £51 million. The club has identified Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo as a potential replacement. While Villa faces competition from Marseille, Benfica, and Sevilla, the opportunity to play in the Champions League may appeal to Adarabioyo. He participated in 29 matches for Chelsea last season and had been a regular in pre-season under manager Xabi Alonso until he was omitted from the squad against Real Sociedad. Villa manager Unai Emery is keen on securing the defender as part of his plans moving forward.

• 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Aston Villa want Chelsea defender Tosin Adarabioyo to replace Ezri Konsa