Riccardo Calafiori at Arsenal, it’s official

Riccardo Calafiori to Arsenal'Arsenal

Now è it really is official: Riccardo Calafiori è an Arsenal player. Bologna will receive' 50 million euros, but not all of it will go into the Felsinee coffers: in fact, 50% will go to Basel, Roma instead will collect 9.6 million according to agreements already established.

"We welcome Riccardo and his family to Arsenal. È a great acquisition and gives us a great strength to strengthen our defense. Riccardo has great personality and character, with specific skills that will make us stronger as we strive to win important trophies", said Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta.

"He has already shown great development in recent seasons with his performances for both Bologna and Italy, his progression and development in the last year really impressive. We look forward to working with Riccardo, integrating him into the team and supporting him in the years to come".