Arsenal are closing in on a deal to land Aston Villa star Ezri Konsa, with reports suggesting Mikel Arteta is looking to provide defensive cover after injuries to William Saliba and Jurrien Timber.
Defensive Reinforcement Sought
The Gunners got their hands on some silverware over the weekend, beating Manchester City in the Community Shield. However, with less than a week until the new season, Arteta is still looking for improvements as Arsenal look to defend their Premier League crown.
Transfer Talks Progress
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