Ezri Konsa has reportedly emerged as a transfer target for Arsenal, with the Premier League side said to be eyeing a move for the Aston Villa defender. Speculation is gathering pace as the club looks to bolster its squad ahead of a crucial second half of the season. Arsenal remain optimistic, but the deal is not without hurdles. Inter, Crystal Palace and Liverpool continue to monitor developments and could yet re-enter the race if negotiations stall or valuation gaps remain unresolved. Aston Villa have also been linked with Guillaume Restes, Emerson and Dean Henderson while Arsenal are reportedly monitoring Illan Meslier, Curtis Jones and Mason Greenwood. More on this story as it develops. Need more Arsenal transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for up-to-the-minute news from Arsenal.