Arsenal have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to sign English defender Ezri Konsa, providing Mikel Arteta with key defensive reinforcement ahead of the new campaign.
The 28-year-old international was a primary summer target for the Gunners. Following injuries to William Saliba and Jurrien Timber, Arsenal accelerated negotiations to finalize the transfer before the start of the season.
Transfer Fee & Contract Details
David Ornstein of The Athletic reports that the two clubs agreed on a transfer fee of £51 million plus performance-related add-ons, bridging the gap from Villa’s initial £60 million valuation.
Ezri Konsa has already said goodbye to his Aston Villa teammates and staff. He is scheduled to undergo his Arsenal medical on Thursday before signing a long-term contract at the Emirates Stadium.
Tactical Fit & Career Stats
Arteta values Konsa for his Premier League experience and defensive versatility:
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Tactical Role: Capable of playing as a central defender or stepping in at right-back.
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Aston Villa Legacy: Made over 280 appearances across all competitions after joining from Brentford in 2019 for £12 million.
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International Experience: Key figure under Unai Emery during Villa’s UEFA Champions League qualification and represented England at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
