'Arteta's style suits me' - Konsa 'can't wait to get going' at Arsenal

[Getty Images] "I'm hungry to win and that's what I'm here for," Arsenal's newest summer signing Ezri Konsa said after penning a four-year deal, with the option of a further year, at Emirates Stadium. The 28-year-old defender, who has signed a deal worth £51m plus £4m in add-ons, leaves Aston Villa with 286 appearances, 12 goals and four assists under his belt. Konsa featured heavily as Unai Emery's side ended the club's 30-year trophy drought with the Europa League title last season, while also representing England in every single match at this summer's World Cup. "I'm super excited," Konsa said. "It is a privilege to be here and I can't wait to get started. I want to keep winning. "It is a proud moment, for me and my family, to play for one of the best teams in the world. A lot of emotions have gone through my head, but I think it will really kick in on the first matchday. "I'm here to win. I will do everything in my power to continue bringing success to this club. "I know Mikel Arteta loves defenders who can really defend and defenders who are calm on the ball. His style suits me, so I can't wait to get going." Sporting director Andrea Berta said: "He is a defender of high quality. His athleticism, composure and tactical intelligence has established him as one of the Premier League's most consistent performers. "He will bring valuable versatility to our squad, being comfortable at both centre-back and right-back, while also maintaining the high defensive standards which are fundamental to our challenge of winning major trophies. "We are welcoming a player with proven Premier League and international experience, plus strong leadership qualities, who will adapt seamlessly to our style of play. Just as importantly, we are welcoming a player with the character and mentality to make an immediate impact at our club."