Arsenal has reached an agreement with Aston Villa for the transfer of England international centre-back Ezri Konsa. The fee stands at £51 million plus potential performance-related add-ons. Negotiations proved lengthy, as Villa initially held out for around £60 million while Arsenal’s earlier bids were in the £30-40 million range. Konsa, contracted through June 2028, was eager to move to north London and that desire likely helped push the deal through. At 28, the defender brings significant top-flight experience after five seasons at Villa Park.
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