Aston Villa have endured a difficult summer (Picture: Getty)Aston Villa fear they are fighting a losing battle in their attempts to keep Ezri Konsa. The 28-year-old has already been the subject of one failed bid from Arsenal this summer, but the Premier League champions are expected to return with an improved offer. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. ‘Extensive assessments have concluded that surgery is not recommended, but William should now commence a managed recovery programme. Arsenal are also understood to have registered an interest in wantaway Tottenham captain Cristian Romero, but the Argentina international appears destined to join Atletico Madrid.