The 28-year-old arrives in North London with top-level credentials, having performed a outstanding function in England’s run to the World Cup semi-finals this summer time. Konsa began each fixture previous to the 2-1 semi-final loss to Argentina, the place he featured as a 72nd-minute substitute. All through the marketing campaign, he was largely utilized in his pure central defensive function, whereas additionally offering essential cowl at right-back when known as upon.
Konsa has been an indispensable pillar of Unai Emery’s Aston Villa facet, enjoying a pivotal function of their rise from mid-table standing to constant European and Premier League contenders. With over 280 appearances for the West Midlands outfit, the England worldwide – who’s coming into the ultimate two years of the five-year extension he signed in September 2023 – brings the precise Premier League battle-hardness and management Arteta values for his backline.
