talkSPORT reports that The Telegraph says England right back Ezri Konsa is open to joining Arsenal, but Aston Villa are demanding around £60 million for the defender. According to Ben Jacobs, Arsenal’s initial proposal of roughly £30 million was dismissed by Villa. Villa prefer to keep Konsa and expect a significantly higher offer to change their position, with several outlets noting a £60 million plus bid would be required. Fabrizio Romano and other reporters say Arsenal are aware of Villa’s conditions and remain interested, so negotiations could continue if Arsenal raise their offer or shift targets. The immediate consequence is a valuation gap that must be closed for any transfer to progress this summer.
