Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationArseblogUnverified source· 22 Aug 2026
Arsenal seal £51m deal for Ezri Konsa
Arsenal's long chase for Ezri Konsa ends with a club-record defensive signing.
E. Konsa
player
Player
Ezri Konsa
Position
Defender
To
Arsenal
Fee
£51 million
What happened. Arsenal completed the signing of England international Ezri Konsa for £51 million, addressing their need for defensive reinforcements.
- Konsa was a long-term target for Arsenal.
- He is an England international.
- The deal was secured quickly ahead of the new season.
Konsa is expected to strengthen Arsenal's backline for the upcoming campaign.
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