Ian Wright hails Konsa as Arsenal’s key signing after Chelsea victory

Ian Wright says Arsenal have secured another vital signing after the Gunners kept their flawless start to the title defence with a 2‑1 victory over London rivals Chelsea on Sunday. The win, sealed by goals from Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard, leaves Arsenal level on points with Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.

The early advantage belonged to Morgan Rogers, whose volley put Chelsea ahead, but Arsenal responded with Havertz’s strike and Odegaard’s finish to turn the match around.

Konsa proves a ‘fantastic’ signing

Wright praised the new defender, noting his £55m transfer from Aston Villa. “Mikel Arteta has always said he doesn’t want a big drop‑off,” Wright said. Wright said, “As a defender, I think these are things you have to cherish.” He also noted his enjoyment of the first London derby, saying the fans were “fantastic, superb” and that the atmosphere made the win possible. The picture captures Wright speaking after the match, underscoring the excitement surrounding the signing. “Now you would struggle not to have a drop‑off when you consider what William Saliba has done for Arsenal but I think Ezri Konsa is a fantastic signing.”

Arsenal keep perfect start

Arteta’s side maintained the perfect start to their title defence, remaining joint‑leaders with Manchester City after three games, while Chelsea slipped to fourth following their first defeat of the season. The match also saw contributions from summer signings Ezri Konsa, who nullified Chelsea’s front three, and Christos Tzolis on the left wing.

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Arteta lauded Konsa’s tackle, calling it “a very English tackle, the crowd reacted immediately – you guys love that more than a goal sometimes! Ezri Konsa, timed to perfection.” He added that Konsa had played only eleven minutes but performed “phenomenal” man‑to‑man against Joao Pedro.

Konsa himself said, “I love duels. As a defender, I think these are things you have to cherish.” He also noted his enjoyment of the first London derby, saying the fans were “fantastic, superb” and that the atmosphere made the win possible.

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The picture from captures Wright speaking after the match, underscoring the excitement surrounding the signing. Arsenal will look to build on the win, taking each game “day by day” as they aim to stay ahead in the Premier League.