The words “here we go” from the game’s leading transfer reporter usually signal that a deal is done. Agreement on a fee plus add-ons and personal terms leaves only the medical and formal signing. Players who have already said their goodbyes are typically hours or days from becoming official.
Defensive reinforcements of this calibre address clear squad needs caused by injuries. Long-term contracts provide security for both club and player. Confirmation from multiple trusted sources removes remaining doubt.
READ MORE: Arsenal officially agree deal to sign Ezri Konsa for £51million
Arsenal have agreed a deal to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa. Fabrizio Romano has confirmed the transfer with his trademark “here we go,” stating that the fee is £50million plus add-ons and a long-term contract is in place with the England international.
Konsa will undergo his medical in the next 48 hours before completing his signing at Arsenal. The move follows earlier reporting from The Athletic that the clubs had reached agreement and that the defender had already said his farewells to Villa teammates and staff.
The 28-year-old has been Arsenal’s primary defensive target throughout the summer. His versatility at centre-back and right-back makes him an ideal addition while William Saliba recovers from a back injury and Jurrien Timber continues his rehabilitation from groin surgery.
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🚨🔴⚪️ BREAKING: Arsenal agree deal to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa, here we go!
Fee agreed at £50m plus add-ons and long term deal in place with English defender.
Konsa will undergo his medical in next 48h then signing in at #AFC — follows @TheAthleticFC. pic.twitter.com/nXwrQ5Ebo5
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 19, 2026
Konsa has made 286 appearances for Villa since joining from Brentford and was a key figure in their Europa League-winning campaign last season. He also featured prominently for England at the World Cup.
Supporters can now look forward to the official announcement once the medical is completed. The arrival of Konsa provides significant depth and quality at the back as Arsenal prepare to defend their Premier League title.
The Gunners remain active in the final days of the window, but the completion of this deal represents a major boost to Mikel Arteta’s options. Konsa is set to become the latest member of the squad in the coming days.