Ian Wright has lauded Ezri Konsa's immediate impact at Arsenal following his impressive performance in the 2-1 victory against Chelsea. The £55 million summer signing from Aston Villa has quickly become crucial due to William Saliba's injury, stepping into the defensive unit seamlessly. Konsa's versatility and quality were highlighted by Wright on Sky Sports, who emphasized Mikel Arteta's philosophy of avoiding a significant drop-off in squad level. Despite the challenge of replacing Saliba, Konsa's capabilities and experience have made him a "fantastic signing" in Wright's view. His contribution helped Arsenal recover from an early concession against Chelsea and maintain a strong defensive showing. This performance reinforces Arsenal's excellent start to the Premier League-England season, having won all three opening matches and conceded only one goal, a feat achieved only twice before in their top-flight history.