It’s official. Riccardo Calafiori has become Arsenal’s new summer signing for the 2024–25 season. The 22-year-old is well-liked by Spanish coach Mikel Arteta, who has struggled to secure his services.
Riccardo Calafiori is already part of Mikel Arteta’s squad for the 2024–25 campaign. The Italian center-back will try his luck in the Premier League after a brief spell with Serie A side Bologna.
The Gunners’ race for his permanent transfer has not been easy, as negotiations between Bologna and the English club stalled a couple of times due to disagreements. However, both sides have finally managed to reach an agreement.
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Furthermore, the Italian center-back has moved to the Emirates Stadium for 45 million euros, which will be split between Bologna and Basel, who still have some rights to the player.
In conclusion, he will earn four million euros net per year, according to reports in England. Apparently, Calafiori underwent medicals in the United States, where Arsenal will face Premier League rivals Bournemouth, and signed his new five-year contract with the London club.
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Its a good signing for Arsenal