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Arsenal expected to retain Riccardo Calafiori amid Real Madrid interest

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 11:15 AM

Last updated Jun 16, 2026

Arsenal expected to retain Riccardo Calafiori amid Real Madrid interest

Summary

Arsenal is set to keep defender Riccardo Calafiori as Real Madrid shifts focus. Initially pursued by Madrid due to his past with coach Jose Mourinho, Calafiori's potential transfer concerns have decreased. Real Madrid has now targeted Marc Cucurella from Chelsea for their left-back position, leaving Calafiori's future at Arsenal secure. The player will continue his development after contributing to Arsenal's recent successes in the Premier League and Champions League.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid initially targeted Riccardo Calafiori for a transfer.
•Reports confirm Madrid is focused on signing Marc Cucurella instead.
•Calafiori has become a key player for Arsenal in recent seasons.
•Arsenal won the Premier League and reached the Champions League final this summer.
•The club is looking to build on its recent successes in the upcoming season.

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11:15 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal set to keep key man after Real Madrid moved for another player

What they're saying

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Arsenal have been facing a threat from Real Madrid over the future of Riccardo Calafiori, but that concern now appears to have faded as the defender is expected to remain in North London, according to...
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