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Konsa joins Arsenal, Shakhtar at Chelsea

Published August 21, 2026 · Updated August 21, 2026 · The Guardian

Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa completes move to Arsenal, while Shakhtar Donetsk will play their European home games at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine.

Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa has completed a transfer to Arsenal, bringing Premier League experience to Mikel Arteta's squad. rocore.sbs

Shakhtar Donetsk will play their European home games at Chelsea's Stamford Bridge for the upcoming season due to the conflict in Ukraine. Meanwhile, midfielder Leandro Paredes has been handed a 10-match suspension.

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