Riccardo Calafiori transfer: Arsenal interested in Bologna and Italy defender this summer
Arsenal wants to sign Bologna and Italy center-back Riccardo Calafiori to improve their defense this summer.
Arsenal have not officially contacted Calafiori yet, but the 22-year-old is being considered along with several other players by the team from north London.
Calafiori was on the field for every minute of Italy's matches in the Euro 2024 group stage, but he missed the round of 16 game against Switzerland due to a suspension.
The defender's strong performance in Germany stood out as a positive aspect in the defending champions' disappointing elimination from the tournament.
Calafiori was instrumental in Bologna's qualification for the upcoming Champions League, marking their debut in the prestigious tournament after securing a fifth-place finish in Serie A.
The former Roma player still has three more years on his contract with Bologna.
Negotiations With Lokonga In Sevilla
Sevilla and Arsenal are discussing the possibility of signing midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga.
Although Arsenal would prefer to make a permanent sale at the desired price, they are also considering the possibility of a loan deal that includes an option or obligation to buy for Mikel Arteta's team.
The young player, who is currently 24 years old, played for Luton on loan last season and still has two years remaining on his contract. Everyone involved is eager to finalize an agreement.
Arsenal Fixtures: Gunners Begin With Wolves At Home
Arsenal will kick off their 2024/25 Premier League campaign by hosting Wolves at home on Saturday, August 17th.
The Arsenal team will first play against Unai Emery's Aston Villa away and then face Brighton at home. They will then go up against Tottenham on September 14 in the first north London derby of the season. The second game against Spurs at the Emirates is scheduled for January 14.
Mikel Arteta's team will face last season's title rivals and champions Manchester City in their first five games of the season on September 21 at the Etihad Stadium. The return match will take place at the Emirates Stadium on February 1.
During the holiday season, Arsenal will play against Ipswich at home on Boxing Day and then travel to Brentford on December 29. In March, Arsenal will travel to Manchester United before hosting Chelsea at home.
The Arsenal team will finish their season with a game at Southampton on May 25. Before that, they will play at Anfield on May 10 and have their last home game against Newcastle on May 18.
Summer Transfer Window: Opening And Closing Dates?
The summer transfer period for the Premier League and Scottish Premiership teams has now begun for the year 2024.
The deadline for submissions is August 30th at 11pm in England and 11.30pm in Scotland.
The Premier League and Scottish Premiership decided to move up their Deadline Day to align with the other top leagues in Europe. The new closing dates were established after talking with the leagues in England, Germany, Italy, Spain, and France.
