Arteta Confirms Arsenal Want to Sign Defender After Konsa Link
The England defender is set to join as Arsenal seek cover for injuries to William Saliba and Jurrien Timber, sources said.
- Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa for £51m , with the 28-year-old undergoing a medical on Thursday to finalize the transfer.
- Manager Mikel Arteta prioritized a versatile right-sided defender after William Saliba suffered a back injury and Jurrien Timber remained sidelined, seeking cover before Friday's Premier League opener against Coventry City.
- Former defender Ferdinand called the transfer a "remarkable signing" and "absolute bargain," noting Konsa's four to five years of reliable service, while the defender won more ground duels than any player with at least 500 Premier League minutes last season.
- Konsa shares a close friendship with Bukayo Saka forged on England duty, and the defender could make his Gunners debut against his former club, Villa, when the teams meet next week.
- Arsenal secured the deal after Villa initially demanded £60m for the England international; the improved offer containing add-ons helps the Gunners defend their Premier League title amid defensive injuries.
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