Arsenal have surprisingly been linked with a move for England World Cup star Ezri Konsa, and their reported interest is causing some concern at Aston Villa.Konsa has been a key figure for Villa for a long time and has continued to deliver impressive performances, retaining his place in the team despite the arrival of several new players.Arsenal identify Konsa as a defensive targetArsenal have been monitoring the defender, with the Gunners viewing him as an ideal addition to strengthen an already impressive squad.The club have an outstanding central defensive partnership in William Saliba and Gabriel, a duo that could become one of the finest in Arsenal’s history.Both players have remained dependable, and few have come close to breaking up their partnership. However, that has not stopped Arsenal from looking to strengthen their defensive options even further.Aston Villa determined to keep defenderKonsa is a World Cup starter and won the Europa League a few weeks ago, making him an attractive option for any club seeking proven quality and experience at the highest level.According to Football Insider, Villa are doing everything possible to ensure the defender remains at the club.The report adds that Villa are working behind the scenes to keep Konsa happy and are determined to resist Arsenal’s attempts to sign him during the summer transfer window.Losing such an important player would be a significant setback for Aston Villa, particularly given the consistency he has shown over recent seasons and his importance to the team’s defensive structure.For Arsenal, Konsa would provide experienced competition and valuable depth in defence, but convincing Aston Villa to sanction a transfer could prove to be one of the most difficult parts of any potential deal._____________________________________________________________________________________________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 NewsWhat Aston Villa thinks about losing Ezri Konsa to Arsenal7 July 2026, 14:00Odegaard breaks silence on his on-field clashes with Neymar 7 July 2026, 13:00Man City could steal another teenager from Arsenal’s grasp7 July 2026, 12:00The post What Aston Villa thinks about losing Ezri Konsa to Arsenal appeared first on Just Arsenal News.