Ezri Konsa is one of the players Arsenal want to add to their squad in the next few weeks, with Mikel Arteta a huge fan of the centre-back, who has been in fine form for Villa for several seasons.At Villa Park, Konsa is one of the first names on the team sheet, and Arsenal believe he is the type of player who can make a difference to their team. The Gunners are therefore keen to add him to their squad this summer.Konsa could be open to the move after winning the Europa League with Villa, and he may be ready for a new challenge, which would be the case if he completes a move to Arsenal.Arsenal keen on KonsaThe defender is a top player who could certainly make a difference to Arsenal if he joins. The Daily Mail reports that Villa are now genuinely concerned that Konsa could leave before the transfer window closes.They believe he would find it difficult to resist the opportunity to play for Arsenal. As a result, Konsa could ask Villa for permission to leave during this transfer window, leaving the club with a difficult decision over whether to grant his request.Arsenal’s interest appears to have placed Villa in a position where they must consider the possibility of losing one of their key defenders. Konsa’s importance to the team means his departure would represent a significant change to their squad.Villa prepare for possible exitWith that in mind, Villa could begin preparing for Konsa’s potential departure, while Arsenal will continue to assess whether they can reach an agreement for the defender.The Gunners could have a very good chance of adding him to their squad in the coming weeks if they agree to sign him at the right price. His experience and consistency would provide Arteta with another quality option in defence.Konsa’s potential availability could therefore become an important development for Arsenal as they continue to strengthen their squad. The defender appears to fit the profile of player Arteta wants, while the possibility of him seeking a new challenge could further increase the Gunners’ hopes of completing the move.For now, Arsenal must wait and see whether Villa are prepared to negotiate his departure. If Konsa pushes for the move and the clubs can agree on suitable terms, Arsenal could have an opportunity to bring him to the club before the window closes._____________________________________________________________________________________________ADMIN COMMENTSo here are some simple rules which I must insist commenters follow….You agree not to give any personal abuse to other Arsenal fans. Everyone is allowed to hold their own opinions even if you disagree with them. It COSTS NOTHING TO BE POLITE TO OTHER ARSENAL FANS.CALLING ALL ARSENAL FANS! Anyone who would like to contribute an Article or Video opinion piece on JustArsenal, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us through this link…More Stories / Latest NewsAston Villa is now genuinely worried they will lose Arsenal target8 August 2026, 19:30David Bentley regrets leaving Arsenal as he explains why he did8 August 2026, 18:15Arsenal asks about signing Inter Milan attacker8 August 2026, 17:00The post Aston Villa is now genuinely worried they will lose Arsenal target appeared first on Just Arsenal News.