Real Madrid have attempted to sign armoryRiccardo Calafiori But a transfer in the summer window seems highly unlikely.
The defender has now played 68 times for the Gunners in all competitions over two seasons. Despite occasional injury concerns, this is the most matches he has played for a single club in his career.
He has filled in at centre-back and left-back and has often shown reliability in fitting into Mikel Arteta's system.
Perhaps it was because of this versatility and technical ability that Real Madrid was called. sports witness Covered Los Blancos' initial contact, with Jose Mourinho keen on the Italian.
Now the player's stance regarding his exit from Arsenal has been revealed.
very difficult to deal with
tuttomerkatoweb Report that the Spanish side conducted preliminary surveys for Calafiori. But the Gunners' position on the deal is now 'very clear'.
They have no intention of letting the Azzurri star leave. He is seen as a key player by Arteta and even if he is not off the market, the Gunners would want a three-figure fee to sell him.
It is unlikely to come from Real Madrid, who have joined Ibrahima Konate.
At the same time, the players are very happy in London and have no intention of leaving there. Although he has often talked about returning to Italy at some point in the future, his assessment rules out a move to Serie A.
2027 could be a better time
As things stand, Calafiori's contract at Arsenal expires in the summer of 2029. This reduces the Gunners' need to sell as they can still get another good year from him.
2027 may be a better time to sell. This could be Arsenal's last chance to earn a big fee from his sale, especially if the 24-year-old does not extend his stay beyond the current deal.
