Liverpool considers signing Ezri Konsa amid Arsenal's transfer hesitation
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:30 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Liverpool is exploring the potential signing of defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa as Arsenal hesitates to meet his £60m asking price. The Reds' defensive concerns have been highlighted by injuries to Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni, coupled with Virgil van Dijk's post-World Cup break. With Arsenal also facing defensive issues due to William Saliba's extended absence, Liverpool could take advantage of the situation. Consistent performances in the Premier League and his homegrown status make Konsa an attractive option for Liverpool's squad.
- •Liverpool is interested in signing Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa.
- •Aston Villa's asking price for Konsa is £60m.
- •Arsenal's hesitation could allow Liverpool to intervene in the transfer.
- •Konsa has extensive Premier League experience and homegrown status.
- 2:30 PMYahoo Sports — Liverpool could pounce on Arsenal hesitation to snap up ‘Rolls-Royce’ defender for £60m
"Liverpool may have the perfect opportunity to pounce on any hesitation from Arsenal in the transfer race for one Premier League centre-back this summer.The Reds’ defensive shortage has been extensiv...
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