Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa linked with Arsenal and Liverpool

Aston Villa centre‑back Ezri Konsa has been linked with a move to Arsenal after the London club confirmed a long‑term injury to William Saliba. Arsenal are reportedly prepared to offer a fee between £30‑35 million, though Villa have asked for up to £60 million for the 28‑year‑old.

The same player is also being pursued by Liverpool, with former defender Jason McAteer suggesting the club could meet an £80 million fee to secure Konsa as a replacement for Virgil van Dijk. Both clubs are interested in adding an experienced Premier League defender with recent World Cup exposure, while Villa are said to be negotiating aggressively in the market.