Transfer: Arsenal Edges Closer to Signing Riccardo Calafiori as Contract Terms Agreed
Arsenal and Riccardo Calafiori agree on personal terms, but the club still negotiates with Bologna over a €50m fee, as the Italian left-back eyes a move to the Emirates.
Arsenal has made significant progress in their pursuit of Bologna left-back Riccardo Calafiori, agreeing on personal terms with the player until June 2029. The 23-year-old has committed to a five-year deal worth €4 million net salary per annum, demonstrating his desire to join Mikel Arteta's squad.
However, the transfer is not yet complete, as Arsenal and Bologna continue to negotiate the fee. The Italian club is holding out for a substantial €50 million, which could prove a stumbling block in the negotiations.
Calafiori's preference for Arsenal is clear, and he is keen to join Arteta's project. Nevertheless, the club-to-club agreement remains the final hurdle to overcome before the transfer can be finalized.
In a related development, Chelsea has signed Renato Veiga, a player capable of playing at left-back, potentially ending their interest in Calafiori. This development may work in Arsenal's favor, as they now face less competition in their pursuit of the Bologna defender.
As the negotiations continue, Arsenal fans will be hoping for a swift resolution, allowing Calafiori to bolster the team's defensive options ahead of the new season.
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