Arsenal move closer to deal for Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori reports Sky in Italy; 22-year-old defender starred for Italy at Euro 2024 after impressive season in Serie A; Italian club want £42.1m for centre back.
Arsenal are close to agreeing a deal in principle with Bologna over the signing of defender Riccardo Calafiori.
Bologna have been holding out for €50m (£42.2m) and Sky Italy are reporting discussions continue over a payment structure and clauses.
Personal terms are not expected to be a problem. Calafiori’s former club Basel stand to make 50 per cent of Bologna’s profit on any deal.
