Real Madrid and Bayern Munich target Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 8:05 AM
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Riccardo Calafiori has attracted interest from Real Madrid and Bayern Munich as top European clubs monitor his progress. The defender has spent two seasons at Arsenal, achieving a Premier League title and reaching finals in both the Champions League and Carabao Cup. Arsenal aims to keep him as a key squad member amid anticipated summer transfers. His tactical versatility is seen as an asset by potential suitors, though Arsenal views him as essential and is unlikely to entertain offers.
- •Calafiori is viewed as one of Europe's finest defenders.
- •He has won a Premier League title with Arsenal.
- •Real Madrid and Bayern Munich are interested in signing him.
- •Arsenal plans to keep Calafiori despite transfer speculation.
- •The defender's adaptability is highlighted by observers.
- 8:05 AMYahoo Sports — European giants set to battle it out over Arsenal star
"Riccardo Calafiori is regarded as one of the finest defenders in Europe at present, with the Italian attracting interest from several of the continent’s leading clubs.He has spent two seasons at Ars...
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