Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 22 Aug 2026
Saka hails 'brother' Konsa after £55m Arsenal move
Bukayo Saka can't hide his joy as close friend Ezri Konsa joins him at Arsenal.
E. Konsa
player
Player
Ezri Konsa
Position
Defender
From
Aston Villa
To
Arsenal
Fee
Up to £55m including add-ons
What happened. Arsenal have signed Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa for up to £55m, and Bukayo Saka has expressed his delight at the reunion.
- Saka and Konsa became close friends during England camps.
- Saka FaceTimed Konsa during Villa's bus parade after Europa League win.
- Saka says he's 'so happy' to have Konsa at Arsenal.
“I'm so happy to have him here. Not only because he's a brother to me, but I know the level”
— Bukayo Saka
Konsa's arrival strengthens Arsenal's defense as they aim to defend their Premier League title.
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