Arsenal are inquisitive about Bologna and Italy centre-back Riccardo Calafiori because the Gunners look to strengthen their defensive areas this summer time.
Arsenal are but to make a proper method for Calafiori, with the 22-year-old one in every of a variety of gamers the north London aspect are eyeing.
Calafiori performed each minute of the Euro 2024 group stage for Italy, however was suspended for the Azzurri’s spherical of 16 defeat to Switzerland.
Calafiori has three years left on his Bologna contract
The defender’s spectacular efficiency in Germany was a vibrant spot within the homeowners’ disappointing exit from the competitors.
Calafiori additionally performed a key position in serving to his membership Bologna qualify for subsequent season’s Champions League for the primary time as they completed fifth in Serie A.
The ex-Roma participant has 3 years left on his contract with Bologna.
Seville within the Laconga negotiations
Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lakonga spent final season on mortgage at Luton City.
Seville are in talks with Arsenal to signal the midfielder Albert Sambi Lakonga.
Whereas a everlasting sale on the proper value is taken into account the popular choice for Arsenal, Mikel Arteta’s aspect are open to a mortgage transfer with the correct or obligation to purchase.
The 24-year-old spent final season on mortgage at Luton and has two years remaining on his contract and all events are eager to finish a deal.
Arsenal: The Gunners open in opposition to Wolves at residence
Arsenal start their 2024/25 Premier League season at residence to Wolves on Saturday 17 August.
The Gunners then await a visit to Unai Emery Aston Villa and home collision with Brighton earlier than visiting Tottenham September 14 for the primary North London derby of the season. The return match with “Spurs” on the “Emirates” will happen on January 14.
Mikel Arteta’s staff’s first sport in opposition to final season’s rivals and champions Manchester Metropolis will happen within the first 5 video games of the marketing campaign on 21 September on the Etihad, with the second leg on the Emirates on 1 February.
At Christmas, the Gunners are at residence for brand new arrivals Ipswich on Boxing Day earlier than touring by way of London Brentford December 29. In March, the “gunners” are threatened with a visit to Manchester United earlier than the house sport vs Chelsea.
The Gunners finish the season away from residence Southampton Might 25 after visiting Anfield on Might 10 and holding Newcastle for the ultimate residence sport on Might 18.
When does the summer time switch window open and shut?
The 2024 summer time switch window within the Premier League and the Scottish Premier League are formally open.
The window will shut on August 30 at 11pm UK time in England and 11.30pm in Scotland.
The Premier League and the Scottish Premiership have postponed the ultimate day to hyperlink up with the opposite main leagues in Europe. The cut-off dates had been determined after discussions with the leagues in England, Germany, Italy, Spain and France.
