Arsenal have announced the signing of England international Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa on a long-term contract in a deal reportedly worth £51 million, plus a further £4 million in potential add-ons, with the defender set to wear the No. 15 shirt.
Konsa began his professional career at Charlton Athletic, making his senior debut in 2016. After spending two seasons in the first team at The Valley, he joined Brentford in 2018, where his performances during the 2018-19 season earned him a move to the Premier League.
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Aston Villa signed Konsa in 2019, and he went on to spend seven seasons at Villa Park. He made more than 200 appearances for the club across all competitions and established himself as a consistent performer capable of playing in central defence as well as at right-back.
At international level, Konsa represented England's Under-20 and Under-21 sides before making his senior debut in 2023. He has since become an established member of the national squad, representing England at UEFA Euro 2024 and at the recently concluded 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Arsenal Sporting Director Andrea Berta said Konsa would add quality, versatility and experience to the squad. “We're delighted to have completed the signing of Ezri Konsa,” Berta said. "Ezri is a defender of high quality, whose athleticism, composure and tactical intelligence have established him as one of the Premier League's most consistent performers."
Berta further stated that Konsa's ability to operate both in central defence and at right-back would bring “valuable versatility” to the squad. "Being comfortable in both central defence and at right-back, Ezri will bring valuable versatility to our squad while maintaining the high defensive standards which are fundamental to our challenge of winning major trophies."
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“We are welcoming a player with proven Premier League and international experience, and strong leadership qualities, who will adapt seamlessly to our style of play,” he concluded.
Reigning Premier League champions Arsenal will begin their league campaign against Coventry City FC at the Emirates Stadium in London.
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