CaughtOffside has reported that Arsenal has secured a transfer deal with Bologna to acquire defender Riccardo Calafiori for a sum of 50-55 million Euros.

Calafiori and the Gunners have made substantial advancements in their personal negotiations, nearing an agreement on a long-term deal until 2029 and a salary of 3.5 million Euros per season.

Currently.Arsenal is reportedly keen on acquiring the services of Riccardo Calafiori during the upcoming summer transfer window, as stated by @FabrizioRomano. This interest stems from Calafiori’s impressive achievements at Euro 2024. According to sources from Italy, it is expected that the Gunners will

Gianluca Di Marzio and Tancredi Palmeri have reported that Calafiori has attracted interest from both Chelsea and PSG. However, the Italian talent was persuaded by coach Mikel Arteta, who not only expressed his desire to acquire him but also presented a comprehensive development plan tailored specifically for the player.

Calafiori plays a crucial role in coach Thiago Motta’s team, making a significant contribution to the victory that secured Bologna Club’s qualification for the 2024-2025 Champions League.

Throughout the Italian team’s EURO 2024 campaign, this promising young player showcased his astute defensive abilities and his aptitude for contributing to versatile offensive plays.

Calafiori initiated the decisive play in the midfield and provided an assist to Mattia Zaccagni, resulting in a last-minute goal that levelled the score to 1-1 for Italy versus Croatia. This crucial contribution ensured Italy’s certain qualification for the tournament. EURO 2024 elimination stage