Arsenal eye Ezri Konsa as defensive cover

Arsenal's injury-hit back line has put Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa firmly on their radar.

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What happened. Arsenal have stepped up their search for a centre-back, with Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa emerging as a serious target.

• Arsenal have already spent £75m on Bruno Guimarães this summer.
• Injuries have shifted focus to defensive reinforcements.
• Konsa is one of the targets for Mikel Arteta's side.

Arsenal may move for Konsa to bolster their defence before the transfer window closes.

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