Aston Villa Archives: 08/2026

Arsenal face a reshaped Aston Villa on Monday, with Unai Emery set to hand a debut to a £65m striker who has yet to beat or score against the Gunners.

Chelsea have reached an agreement with Aston Villa to sign former Arsenal goalkeeper Emi Martinez, and the player could now debut against the Gunners.

Emi Martinez has approved a move to Chelsea, with the possibility that the former Arsenal goalkeeper could make his debut for the Blues at the Emirates Stadium.

Jarred Gillett will officiate yet another Arsenal game on Monday, with the Premier League naming him as the referee for the Gunners’ trip to Villa Park.

Arsenal have officially completed the signing of Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa as Mikel Arteta adds another experienced defender to his squad.

Arsenal are closing in on a deal to sign Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa, with the valuation gap reducing after ownership-level talks, according to a report.

Former Arsenal goalkeeper Jimmy Rimmer has died aged 78, leaving behind a remarkable career that included a Player of the Year award and European glory.

Arsenal’s pursuit of Ezri Konsa is stalling over Aston Villa’s refusal to consider anything below their valuation, as they continue to hope the defender will sign a new contract and stay.

Aston Villa are expected to turn down an Arsenal offer of £40m for Ezri Konsa, but the player is believed to be open to the move, according to a report.

Arsenal value Ezri Konsa at around £20m less than Aston Villa want for the transfer, holding up a potential deal for the England international.

Where does Arsenal’s pursuit of Ezri Konsa stand? The latest on Villa’s valuation, Arsenal’s interest and what could happen next.

Arsenal haven’t given up on signing Ezri Konsa from Aston Villa this summer, despite a large initial valuation gap between the two clubs.