At last – Arsenal’s contract with Calafiori is set to signed when his holiday ends

Arsenal are on the brink of signing Bologna and Italy ace Riccardo Calafiori, a move that could significantly bolster their already formidable defense. Despite boasting the Premier League’s meanest defence last season, the Gunners are keen to add the versatile 22-year-old to their ranks.

Italian international Riccardo Calafiori has been a standout player, even in challenging times for his national team. Despite an own goal in Italy’s 1-0 loss against Spain during the group stages of Euro 2024, Calafiori impressed with his performance, shining brightly in an otherwise disappointing campaign for Luciano Spalletti’s Squadra Azzurra.

Juventus manager Thiago Motta had also shown interest in reuniting with Calafiori at the Allianz Stadium, following their successful season together at Bologna. However, Bologna, set to compete in the Champions League next season, were unwilling to sell one of their key players to a domestic rival.

Arsenal quickly capitalized on this, presenting Calafiori with an enticing sporting project and successfully agreeing on personal terms. The Gunners are expected to pay over €53 million for Calafiori, who is adept at playing both left centre-back and left-back. His addition would provide valuable competition for the starting role at left-back and offer cover for Gabriel Magalhaes at left centre-back.

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