AdminAston Villa’s summer transfer activity has taken another dramatic turn, with an agreement reportedly reached with Parma for goalkeeper Zion Suzuki in a deal worth around £30m, regardless of Emi Martinez’s future.
The 23-year-old Japan international impressed at this summer’s World Cup, and Villa are prepared to complete the move despite Martinez’s proposed transfer to Juventus collapsing.
Once again, the Argentina goalkeeper has been left in limbo after attempting to secure an exit from Villa Park.
Unai Emery’s side have endured a summer of significant change following their Europa League triumph and return to the Champions League.
Morgan Rogers’ record-breaking move to Chelsea was followed by the departures of Youri Tielemans and Lucas Digne.
Now, Arsenal are reportedly targeting Ezri Konsa as they search for a replacement for the injured William Saliba. Villa could demand £60m for the 28-year-old, who remains one of Emery’s most trusted defenders.
Konsa won 73% of his ground duels and completed 95% of his passes in the Premier League last season, underlining how difficult he would be to replace.
Should Konsa leave, Villa could turn to Aaron Wan-Bissaka. According to the Daily Mail’s Tom Collomosse, an offer is expected “this week” for the West Ham right-back, with the relegated club reportedly demanding £25m.
Wan-Bissaka may not be a direct replacement, but his defensive strength and one-v-one ability could help soften the blow of losing Konsa.
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