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Ezri Konsa Transfer from Aston Villa to Arsenal
According to The Guardian, a £30m offer made by Arsenal for Ezri Konsa was rejected, and the club continues to consider him along with Jarell Quansah, a defender for Bayer Leverkusen. Aston Villa's valuation for Konsa is around £60m.
According to The Guardian, a £30m offer made by Arsenal for Ezri Konsa was rejected, and the club continues to consider him along with Jarell Quansah, a defender for Bayer Leverkusen. Aston Villa's valuation for Konsa is around £60m.
Arsenal have had an opening approach for Ezri Konsa rejected, but they remain interested in a deal. According to talkSPORT, Arsenal’s verbal offer of around £35m was rejected, and Aston Villa values the player at approximately £60m-£65m. Konsa is understood to be interested in the move.
Arsenal have had an opening approach for Ezri Konsa rejected, but they remain interested in a deal. According to talkSPORT, Arsenal’s verbal offer of around £35m was rejected, and Aston Villa values the player at approximately £60m-£65m. Konsa is understood to be interested in the move.
A report from Football Insider claimed Ezri Konsa's move to Arsenal was almost complete after he informed Aston Villa of his desire to leave. The outlet stated a club-to-club agreement had advanced to its final stages. However, Fabrizio Romano reported that Arsenal are considering Ezri Konsa and have the player on their shortlist. Romano suggested no such progress has been made as claimed by Football Insider. TEAMtalk understands Konsa is the top choice for Arsenal regarding the signing of a new defender.
A report from Football Insider claimed Ezri Konsa's move to Arsenal was almost complete after he informed Aston Villa of his desire to leave. The outlet stated a club-to-club agreement had advanced to its final stages. However, Fabrizio Romano reported that Arsenal are considering Ezri Konsa and have the player on their shortlist. Romano suggested no such progress has been made as claimed by Football Insider. TEAMtalk understands Konsa is the top choice for Arsenal regarding the signing of a new defender.
According to Football Insider, Ezri Konsa's move to Arsenal is a deal that is rapidly advancing and will be made. The outlet stated that the transfer was 99 per cent done after Konsa informed Aston Villa of his desire to leave. It was claimed that club-to-club discussions have reached the final stages and an agreement is now expected. Graeme Bailey verified on Friday that Konsa is Arsenal’s top target and also reported that the club is preparing a bid worth in excess of £50m. Fabrizio Romano recently confirmed that Arsenal were in negotiations with both Aston Villa and with Konsa and his camp. Separately, TEAMtalk reported that Liverpool considered Konsa before the Reds moved for Ronald Araujo but were deterred by Villa’s £60m asking price.
According to Football Insider, Ezri Konsa's move to Arsenal is a deal that is rapidly advancing and will be made. The outlet stated that the transfer was 99 per cent done after Konsa informed Aston Villa of his desire to leave. It was claimed that club-to-club discussions have reached the final stages and an agreement is now expected. Graeme Bailey verified on Friday that Konsa is Arsenal’s top target and also reported that the club is preparing a bid worth in excess of £50m. Fabrizio Romano recently confirmed that Arsenal were in negotiations with both Aston Villa and with Konsa and his camp. Separately, TEAMtalk reported that Liverpool considered Konsa before the Reds moved for Ronald Araujo but were deterred by Villa’s £60m asking price.
According to BBC Sport, Arsenal have reopened discussions over a move for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, and fresh contact has taken place in recent days. Arsenal have indicated a willingness to increase their opening offer of approximately £30m for Konsa. A significant difference remains between the clubs, as Villa’s valuation is £60m and they are giving little indication they will soften that stance. The defender is described as being Mikel Arteta’s preferred defensive target, and Arsenal are described as viewing Konsa’s versatility positively. Villa are described as showing no inclination, as things stand, to accept anything below their asking price.
According to BBC Sport, Arsenal have reopened discussions over a move for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, and fresh contact has taken place in recent days. Arsenal have indicated a willingness to increase their opening offer of approximately £30m for Konsa. A significant difference remains between the clubs, as Villa’s valuation is £60m and they are giving little indication they will soften that stance. The defender is described as being Mikel Arteta’s preferred defensive target, and Arsenal are described as viewing Konsa’s versatility positively. Villa are described as showing no inclination, as things stand, to accept anything below their asking price.
It is reported that Arsenal could stop pursuing Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa in the final weeks of the summer transfer window. It is thought that Arsenal’s valuation of Konsa is far below Villa’s asking price of around £60 million, which may have led them to pursue other targets. Konsa still lives in London and will turn 29 in October.
It is reported that Arsenal could stop pursuing Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa in the final weeks of the summer transfer window. It is thought that Arsenal’s valuation of Konsa is far below Villa’s asking price of around £60 million, which may have led them to pursue other targets. Konsa still lives in London and will turn 29 in October.
TEAMtalk confirms that Arsenal are proceeding with their interest in Ezri Konsa and are prepared to increase their offer, after the England international made it clear he wants to join the Gunners. Arsenal have had a £40 million offer for the Aston Villa defender rejected, while Villa maintain a valuation of approximately £60 million. According to TEAMtalk's sources, Arsenal are now prepared to return with an improved proposal that could exceed £50 million including add-ons. Both Arsenal and Konsa’s representatives regard that level as significant enough to potentially advance the deal. Konsa has made his position clear to Villa and is keen to move to Arsenal, viewing the opportunity to join the Premier League champions as an attractive next step. Villa are aware of the player’s desire to move and are also working on their own defensive recruitment. The club continues to operate under financial constraints and could find it difficult to reject a major offer if Arsenal reach the required level, particularly as Konsa has two years remaining on his current contract. Arsenal are preparing to improve their bid while Villa are assessing the situation, aware their defender is open to the move.
TEAMtalk confirms that Arsenal are proceeding with their interest in Ezri Konsa and are prepared to increase their offer, after the England international made it clear he wants to join the Gunners. Arsenal have had a £40 million offer for the Aston Villa defender rejected, while Villa maintain a valuation of approximately £60 million. According to TEAMtalk's sources, Arsenal are now prepared to return with an improved proposal that could exceed £50 million including add-ons. Both Arsenal and Konsa’s representatives regard that level as significant enough to potentially advance the deal. Konsa has made his position clear to Villa and is keen to move to Arsenal, viewing the opportunity to join the Premier League champions as an attractive next step. Villa are aware of the player’s desire to move and are also working on their own defensive recruitment. The club continues to operate under financial constraints and could find it difficult to reject a major offer if Arsenal reach the required level, particularly as Konsa has two years remaining on his current contract. Arsenal are preparing to improve their bid while Villa are assessing the situation, aware their defender is open to the move.
Arsenal have held further talks over a deal for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. Arsenal's proposal is around £40 million, which is short of Aston Villa’s £60 million valuation of the England centre-back.
Arsenal have held further talks over a deal for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. Arsenal's proposal is around £40 million, which is short of Aston Villa’s £60 million valuation of the England centre-back.
According to Sami Mokbel, Arsenal are to renew their interest in Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. The England international is considered the preferred defensive option.
According to Sami Mokbel, Arsenal are to renew their interest in Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. The England international is considered the preferred defensive option.
Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta is in contact with the representatives of Ezri Konsa as the Gunners pursue a new defender.
Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta is in contact with the representatives of Ezri Konsa as the Gunners pursue a new defender.
Fabrizio Romano has corroborated that Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa is a target for Arsenal. An opening bid has reportedly already been rejected, but Romano understands that Konsa remains an option. Romano said that he still expects Arsenal to sign a centre-back, adding that they appreciate Konsa and that he is a player to monitor over the coming weeks.
Fabrizio Romano has corroborated that Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa is a target for Arsenal. An opening bid has reportedly already been rejected, but Romano understands that Konsa remains an option. Romano said that he still expects Arsenal to sign a centre-back, adding that they appreciate Konsa and that he is a player to monitor over the coming weeks.
Ezri Konsa has been linked with Arsenal. The Daily Mail states that the Gunners could make a new bid for the England international. Aston Villa have made retaining Konsa a priority. According to Football Insider, Villa are prepared to sell Emiliano Martinez so that they have a better chance of keeping Konsa.
Ezri Konsa has been linked with Arsenal. The Daily Mail states that the Gunners could make a new bid for the England international. Aston Villa have made retaining Konsa a priority. According to Football Insider, Villa are prepared to sell Emiliano Martinez so that they have a better chance of keeping Konsa.
According to the Daily Mail, Arsenal are making a new attempt to sign Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa. The Mail’s Tom Collomosse understands Mikel Arteta’s side previously failed with an offer that was below Villa’s €70m (£60m) valuation. Villa want to keep Konsa and are in discussions to extend his contract, which expires in the summer of 2028. Tom Collomosse claims Aston Villa have no pressure to sell Konsa, having recouped more than €163m (£140m) for Morgan Rogers and Youri Tielemans.
According to the Daily Mail, Arsenal are making a new attempt to sign Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa. The Mail’s Tom Collomosse understands Mikel Arteta’s side previously failed with an offer that was below Villa’s €70m (£60m) valuation. Villa want to keep Konsa and are in discussions to extend his contract, which expires in the summer of 2028. Tom Collomosse claims Aston Villa have no pressure to sell Konsa, having recouped more than €163m (£140m) for Morgan Rogers and Youri Tielemans.
According to Estadio Deportivo, Arsenal have submitted a €75m offer for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. Konsa has two years remaining on his current contract at Villa Park. Arsenal have reportedly lodged their first bid to persuade Unai Emery's team into a sale.
According to Estadio Deportivo, Arsenal have submitted a €75m offer for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. Konsa has two years remaining on his current contract at Villa Park. Arsenal have reportedly lodged their first bid to persuade Unai Emery's team into a sale.
Arsenal have made contact with Aston Villa about potentially signing Ezri Konsa, with Villa valuing the defender at £60m in talks. Arsenal believe the quoted fee is too high but have not withdrawn from the process of signing him. It has emerged that Konsa would be interested in a move to Arsenal, however, he is not expected to push for a move away from Aston Villa.
Arsenal have made contact with Aston Villa about potentially signing Ezri Konsa, with Villa valuing the defender at £60m in talks. Arsenal believe the quoted fee is too high but have not withdrawn from the process of signing him. It has emerged that Konsa would be interested in a move to Arsenal, however, he is not expected to push for a move away from Aston Villa.
According to SportsBoom, Arsenal are prepared to challenge Aston Villa's stance on center back Ezri Konsa with an offer of $87 million (£65 million).
According to SportsBoom, Arsenal are prepared to challenge Aston Villa's stance on center back Ezri Konsa with an offer of $87 million (£65 million).
Team Talk reported that Liverpool faces competition from Arsenal for Ezri Konsa.
Team Talk reported that Liverpool faces competition from Arsenal for Ezri Konsa.
Aston Villa have not yet received another approach from Arsenal for Ezri Konsa, but a new contract has been offered to him. The club does not need to sell following the £117m departure of Morgan Rogers.
Aston Villa have not yet received another approach from Arsenal for Ezri Konsa, but a new contract has been offered to him. The club does not need to sell following the £117m departure of Morgan Rogers.
Arsenal have identified a high-profile alternative to Ezri Konsa, an Aston Villa star.
Arsenal have identified a high-profile alternative to Ezri Konsa, an Aston Villa star.
According to Sky Sports, Arsenal are considering moves for Ezri Konsa after William Saliba was ruled out for an extended period with a back injury. Konsa is admired for his versatility, although any deal would be significantly more difficult to complete.
According to Sky Sports, Arsenal are considering moves for Ezri Konsa after William Saliba was ruled out for an extended period with a back injury. Konsa is admired for his versatility, although any deal would be significantly more difficult to complete.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal are interested in Ezri Konsa. Konsa is under contract with Aston Villa until June 2028. The two clubs are very far apart in their valuation of the England international, and an agreement seems distant.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal are interested in Ezri Konsa. Konsa is under contract with Aston Villa until June 2028. The two clubs are very far apart in their valuation of the England international, and an agreement seems distant.
According to The Daily Mail, Arsenal are preparing to submit an offer to Aston Villa for Ezri Konsa. The report states that Arsenal are increasing their interest and are ready to open talks with Villa. The same report adds that Konsa is keeping an open mind on his future and has not reached an agreement with Villa over a new contract. Villa are understood to be demanding a £60 million transfer fee for Konsa, who impressed in England's defence during their World Cup campaign this summer.
According to The Daily Mail, Arsenal are preparing to submit an offer to Aston Villa for Ezri Konsa. The report states that Arsenal are increasing their interest and are ready to open talks with Villa. The same report adds that Konsa is keeping an open mind on his future and has not reached an agreement with Villa over a new contract. Villa are understood to be demanding a £60 million transfer fee for Konsa, who impressed in England's defence during their World Cup campaign this summer.
Arsenal is interested in Ezri Konsa and requires a central defender due to William Saliba's injury. Aston Villa's asking price for Konsa is 70 million euros, an amount that is too high for Arsenal. Konsa is contracted to Aston Villa until 2028.
Arsenal is interested in Ezri Konsa and requires a central defender due to William Saliba's injury. Aston Villa's asking price for Konsa is 70 million euros, an amount that is too high for Arsenal. Konsa is contracted to Aston Villa until 2028.
It is understood that Arsenal views Ezri Konsa as a potential replacement for Ben White, who could leave the club before Deadline Day. Aston Villa reportedly values Konsa at approximately €70 million, and he has two years remaining on his current contract. It is understood that Arsenal is monitoring the player ahead of a potential summer move, but Aston Villa is unlikely to approve a sale unless a major offer is submitted. Arsenal may be unable to fund a deal if Aston Villa demands the reported €70 million, which makes a summer move seem unlikely at present. However, that could change if Arsenal is able to sell White for a decent fee.
It is understood that Arsenal views Ezri Konsa as a potential replacement for Ben White, who could leave the club before Deadline Day. Aston Villa reportedly values Konsa at approximately €70 million, and he has two years remaining on his current contract. It is understood that Arsenal is monitoring the player ahead of a potential summer move, but Aston Villa is unlikely to approve a sale unless a major offer is submitted. Arsenal may be unable to fund a deal if Aston Villa demands the reported €70 million, which makes a summer move seem unlikely at present. However, that could change if Arsenal is able to sell White for a decent fee.
According to the Daily Mail, Aston Villa are preparing to open discussions with Ezri Konsa over a new contract amid tentative interest from Arsenal. The Telegraph reported earlier this month that the Gunners are monitoring Konsa and his Villa team-mate Morgan Rogers, and the same publication claims Arsenal are more interested in signing Rogers. Konsa has two years remaining on his current contract.
According to the Daily Mail, Aston Villa are preparing to open discussions with Ezri Konsa over a new contract amid tentative interest from Arsenal. The Telegraph reported earlier this month that the Gunners are monitoring Konsa and his Villa team-mate Morgan Rogers, and the same publication claims Arsenal are more interested in signing Rogers. Konsa has two years remaining on his current contract.
According to those close to Ezri Konsa, a deal with Arsenal has a chance. Aston Villa's valuation of the player is closer to £50m, while the Gunners' valuation is more like £35m.
According to those close to Ezri Konsa, a deal with Arsenal has a chance. Aston Villa's valuation of the player is closer to £50m, while the Gunners' valuation is more like £35m.
The Telegraph reports that Arsenal are showing interest in England international Ezri Konsa and that the club considers Aston Villa's reported valuation of around €70 million to be too high. The Daily Mail reports that the North London club considers a fee of just over €40 million to be more realistic.
The Telegraph reports that Arsenal are showing interest in England international Ezri Konsa and that the club considers Aston Villa's reported valuation of around €70 million to be too high. The Daily Mail reports that the North London club considers a fee of just over €40 million to be more realistic.
Arsenal are considering a move for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. The Telegraph reports that Konsa is being considered by Arsenal as they assess defensive options this summer. According to talkSPORT, Mikel Arteta is primarily responsible for the interest, and Konsa is viewed as a player who could add quality and experience to Arsenal's defense. Villa’s £60m valuation is currently higher than Arsenal are willing to pay. Villa are also in a favorable position and do not want to lose a high number of important players in one transfer window.
Arsenal are considering a move for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa. The Telegraph reports that Konsa is being considered by Arsenal as they assess defensive options this summer. According to talkSPORT, Mikel Arteta is primarily responsible for the interest, and Konsa is viewed as a player who could add quality and experience to Arsenal's defense. Villa’s £60m valuation is currently higher than Arsenal are willing to pay. Villa are also in a favorable position and do not want to lose a high number of important players in one transfer window.
According to The Telegraph, Arsenal have registered a tentative interest in Aston Villa's English international defender Ezri Konsa. The interest is reportedly driven by Mikel Arteta who values Konsa's versatility, and it is believed that Aston Villa value him at £60m (€70m). However, Villa may consider selling the 28-year-old to raise funds which could help them in their efforts to keep Morgan Rogers.
According to The Telegraph, Arsenal have registered a tentative interest in Aston Villa's English international defender Ezri Konsa. The interest is reportedly driven by Mikel Arteta who values Konsa's versatility, and it is believed that Aston Villa value him at £60m (€70m). However, Villa may consider selling the 28-year-old to raise funds which could help them in their efforts to keep Morgan Rogers.
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