Liverpool are reportedly keeping a close eye on Aston Villa’s Ezri Konsa as they explore defensive options ahead of next summer, according to TBR Football.
The 28-year-old has become one of the Premier League’s most consistent defenders under Unai Emery and is now drawing strong interest from several top-flight clubs.
Konsa, who can operate both as a central defender and on the right, has been instrumental in Villa’s recent success. His composure, positional intelligence, and ability to build play from the back have seen his reputation soar, helping Villa secure Champions League qualification last season.
Villa could face pressure amid PSR challenges
While Aston Villa have no plans to part ways with their key defender, financial constraints under the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) could influence their stance.
The club were already forced to sell midfielder Jacob Ramsey to Newcastle United over the summer to stay compliant, and rivals believe Konsa could become a realistic target if further sales are needed.
Liverpool are understood to view Konsa as an alternative to Crystal Palace’s Marc Guehi, whose valuation remains high. Chelsea, Tottenham, and Manchester United are also keeping tabs on the England international, while Inter Milan, Napoli, and RB Leipzig have shown interest from abroad.
Ezri Konsa growing influence at Villa Park
Since joining Villa from Brentford in 2019, Konsa has made nearly 250 appearances and evolved into a cornerstone of Emery’s defence. The centre-back has featured in eight of Villa’s nine Premier League games this season and 11 across all competitions.
Notably, Villa have lost both matches in which Konsa did not play, including a 2-1 Europa League defeat to Go Ahead Eagles. His absence underlined his importance to the team’s structure and defensive stability.
As things stand, Villa remain determined to hold onto their defensive leader. However, with Liverpool and other European giants circling, Konsa’s situation could become one of the defining transfer stories of 2025.
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