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Liverpool and Arsenal pursue defender Ezri Konsa this summer

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 9:40 PM

Last updated Jul 29, 2026

Liverpool and Arsenal pursue defender Ezri Konsa this summer

Summary

Liverpool and Arsenal are competing to sign defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa. Injuries have plagued Liverpool's defense, prompting their interest in Konsa, who has emerged as a top target this summer. Konsa played a significant part in Aston Villa's recent success and is now considering his future after reaching the World Cup semi-finals with England. With interest from two Premier League clubs, Konsa faces an important career decision upon his return from holiday. Both Arsenal and Liverpool view him as a key addition to their defensive line.

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•Liverpool seeks to strengthen defense amid injury struggles
•Arsenal also targeting Konsa to enhance their squad
•Konsa enjoyed a successful World Cup run with England
•Aston Villa aims to retain the valuable defender
•Decision expected after Konsa returns from holiday

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9:40 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool joins Arsenal in the race for England star

What they're saying

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Liverpool has been affected by defensive injuries in recent seasons and needs to strengthen its squad with new defenders this summer, which has led them to compete with Arsenal for Ezri Konsa, accordi...
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