Real Madrid in talks to acquire Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 8:55 AM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Real Madrid have made an enquiry regarding the potential summer transfer of Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori. The 24-year-old Italy international was instrumental in Arsenal's title-winning campaign last season, making 26 Premier League appearances. With the departures of David Alaba and Dani Carvajal, Real Madrid seeks to strengthen their defense. Reports indicate that they are interested in Calafiori's versatile ability to play both centre-back and left-back. The summer transfer window opens on June 15.
- •Real Madrid enquired about Riccardo Calafiori from Arsenal.
- •Calafiori made 26 Premier League appearances last season.
- •He is under contract with Arsenal until 2029.
- •The summer transfer window opens on June 15.
- •Real Madrid aims to bolster defense after player departures.
- 8:55 AMYahoo Sports — Real Madrid make transfer enquiry for Arsenal star
"Real Madrid have reportedly enquired about the possibility of signing Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori in the summer transfer window. The Italy international made 26 Premier League appearances, of...
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