Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori has left many stunned at the Emirates after he admitted that he is desperate to play for AS Roma again “sooner or later.” in a recent interview.
Calafiori’s admission came during a recent interview in Italy, where he spoke warmly about his emotional attachment to Roma. Having risen through their youth system and made his senior debut there, he has long been viewed as one of the capital club’s homegrown gems. His affection for the Giallorossi is no secret — but stating publicly that he hopes to return has naturally intensified speculation regarding his future.
“I’d like to return to Roma sooner or later,” Calafiori said. “Obviously, we can’t plan our career now, but yes, I can imagine it. Also, because I left halfway. Everything started out really well: goals, I even had the chance to play a bit more.
“Then, for various reasons, I first went on loan, and then they sold me. It definitely didn’t go as I had hoped, for several reasons. Returning also to celebrate under the Curva Sud? That’s also why.”
Since joining ARSENAL, Calafiori has impressed with his composure, versatility and ball-carrying ability, quickly becoming a key figure in the defensive rotation. His form has drawn widespread praise from analysts and supporters, For that reason, his comments about Roma have come as an unwelcome development for the English side, who see him as a long-term component of their back line.
Reports in Italy suggest Roma would be thrilled to bring him back, though financial realities make an immediate move unlikely. Arsenal paid a significant fee to secure his services and would demand a substantial sum if any negotiations were to begin.
Roma, currently managing a restricted budget, may find an approach challenging unless future sales create room for a major defensive signing.
From Arsenal’s perspective, sources around the club insist there is no concern at this stage. Calafiori is contracted for the long term, has settled well in London and is enjoying his development under the current coaching staff. His remarks are being viewed as an expression of sentiment rather than a request to leave.
Nevertheless, Italian media remain convinced that the defender dreams of completing his “unfinished story” with Roma, whether in the short or distant future.
For now, ARSENAL remain in control of the situation, but Calafiori’s latest admission ensures that his future will remain a storyline to watch closely in the months ahead.
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