Arsenal have expressed interest in signing Bayer Leverkusen defender Jarell Quansah. Talks are exploratory at present but a deal is possible. The Gunners are also pursuing Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa, though Villa demand Shs600 million while Arsenal value him at Shs450 million. Quansah, 23, fits their need for a versatile defender as he can play centre-back or right-back. Lloyd King, a BBC Sport source, says Liverpool hold an option on Quansah from his Liverpool days but have no urge to act. Quansah started three World Cup games for England at right-back before being sent off against Mexico. He made 44 appearances and scored five goals for Leverkusen last season. Arsenal's William Saliba will miss their Premier League opener against Coventry City due to a World Cup back injury. Experts question if Arsenal's pursuit of Quansah is a tactic to strengthen Konsa talks. Local fans wonder if this bid could bring Ghanaian talent to the StarTimes Uganda Premier League. Premier League clubs often target players with international experience like Quansah. Quansah's eye for goal could benefit Ugandan supporters who admire attacking defenders. Uganda's football scene closely watches European moves for potential national team call-ups. The narrative shifts if Arsenal secure either Quansah or Konsa within the next transfer window.
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