Arsenal Konsa chase stalls as Gunners face £60m valuation gap

Arsenal are preparing a bid for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, but a valuation gap of roughly £60 million separates the Gunners from the 28‑year‑old, according to reports. The 28‑year‑old has yet to agree a contract extension with Villa, leaving his future uncertain.

Photo by Mike Hewitt/Getty Images documents the report. Arsenal are preparing a bid for Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa, but the clubs are reportedly separated by a valuation gap of roughly £60 million.

The Gunners’ interest stems from a pressing need for defensive cover after injuries have hit both central defence and right‑back positions. Reports suggest that William Saliba may be sidelined for a spell, prompting Arsenal to seek a versatile backup.

Mikel Arteta is reported to be behind the pursuit, with the approach becoming more decisive following the Saliba situation. Tom Collomosse reported that the Gunners were also preparing an offer for Konsa, reinforcing the club’s urgency.

Konsa, 28, has made the majority of his appearances as a centre‑back but has also logged 66 games at right‑back over his career. This dual‑position experience would allow him to provide depth in both roles, a valuable asset given Arsenal’s recent injury woes.

Konsa currently has two years remaining on his Villa contract, and the club is prepared to offer an extension beyond that period. Extending his deal would likely widen the £60 million valuation gap even further.

Isaan Khan confirmed Arsenal’s bid preparation and highlighted the current valuation gap. Matt Law had earlier estimated Konsa’s value in the region of £60 million, a figure Arsenal may find excessive.

Earlier suggestions that Arsenal were readying a bid for Villa’s Morgan Rogers materialised when Chelsea subsequently paid £117 million for the midfielder, illustrating the competitive market for Villa players. The 28‑year‑old has yet to agree a contract extension with Villa, leaving his future uncertain.

If Arsenal meet Villa’s valuation, Konsa could join the Gunners as a versatile defensive option. Otherwise, the defender is likely to remain at Aston Villa and possibly sign a new contract.