Arsenal are set to beat Chelsea to the signing of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori, who has packed his bags ahead of a switch to north London, according to reports.
Calafiori came through the AS Roma youth academy but could not break into their first team, joining Swiss side FC Basel for €2.6million in August 2022.
After one year in Switzerland, the 22-year-old returned to Italy, joining Bologna for €4m.
What a signing he has been for the Rossoblu. Calafiori played 30 times in Serie A last term to help the Italian club qualify for the Champions League for the first time.
Playing for Bologna in Europe s premier competition appears to be unlikely, with several clubs interested in signing the young defender.
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