Arsenal are on the verge of signing Riccardo Calafiori, with the defender preparing for medicals.

Widely-respected journalist David Ornstein reports that Arsenal’s pursuit of Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori is “essentially done.” This news comes after months of speculation linking Calafiori to the Emirates Stadium.

With the key agreements seemingly in place, all that remains are formalities like Calafiori passing his medical and signing the official contract. Once these are completed, the Italian international will officially become an Arsenal player.

Ornstein’s reliability on Arsenal matters makes this news particularly exciting for Gunners supporters who have been following the Calafiori transfer saga.

The 22-year-old Calafiori impressed in Serie A last season and with the Italian national team at Euro 2024. His arrival is seen as a significant boost to Arsenal’s defense.

With concerns around Oleksandr Zinchenko and Jakub Kiwior at left-back last season, Calafiori is expected to primarily play there. However, his versatility also offers cover in central defense, providing valuable tactical flexibility for manager Mikel Arteta.

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