Arsenal and Bologna have finalised an agreement for the transfer of Riccardo Calafiori, as reported by Fabrizio Romano. The deal is set at €40 million with an additional €5 million in add-ons, along with a sell-on clause.
Final Steps Pending
The last hurdle involves Basel and Bologna agreeing on the terms for a 50% sell-on payment. Once this is settled, the transfer will be officially confirmed.
Background
Recent updates have shown a steady progression in the negotiations:
- 2024-07-20: Arsenal Close to Finalising Riccardo Calafiori Transfer
- 2024-07-07: Arsenal Nears Completion of Riccardo Calafiori Transfer
- 2024-07-06: Riccardo Calafiori Agrees Personal Terms with Arsenal
- 2024-07-05: Arsenal Agree Terms with Riccardo Calafiori
- 2024-07-04: Arsenal in Advanced Talks for Riccardo Calafiori Transfer
Calafiori, a 22-year-old left-back, has previously played for Basel and Bologna. Known for his defensive solidity and ability to contribute to the attack, he is expected to bolster Arsenal’s squad significantly.