Ezri Konsa transfer latest: Arsenal FC book medical as £51m fee agreed for priority signing
Arsenal FC has reached an agreement to sign defender Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa for a fee of at least £51 million. The transfer is intended to bolster the Gunners' defensive options following injuries to key players Jurrien Timber and William Saliba.
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This move reflects Arsenal's aggressive transfer strategy to maintain competitiveness in the Premier League despite defensive personnel challenges.
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Arsenal have agreed a deal worth at least £51million with Aston Villa for Ezri Konsa .
Strengthening on the right side of defence is a priority for the Gunners before the summer transfer window shuts due to the injury absences of Jurrien Timber and William Saliba .
Arsenal identified Konsa as a top target earlier this summer but were unwilling to match Villa's valuation of £60m.
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