Real Madrid are reportedly interested in signing Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori
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Real Madrid are reportedly closely monitoring Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori with a view to making a move next summer.
The 24-year-old Italy international has established himself as a key player for Mikel Arteta’s side since joining from Bologna in the summer of 2024.
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However, he has been heavily linked with a move away from the Emirates in recent months, with several clubs showing interest.
Premier League rivals Chelsea are understood to hold an interest in Calafiori and even tried to sign him before he eventually joined Arsenal.
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According to Graeme Bailey of TEAMtalk, Real Madrid are interested in signing Riccardo Calafiori.
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It is claimed that Jose Mourinho has identified Calafiori as his dream signing to strengthen Real Madrid’s defence, with the Spanish giants having already made enquiries about his situation at Arsenal.
Calafiori’s camp are understood to be aware of Real Madrid’s interest.
Whether the Gunners would be open to selling their Italian defender remains to be seen, though.
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Calafiori has continued to play an important role under Mikel Arteta this season, contributing one goal and two assists in eight Premier League appearances so far.
The Italian made 26 league appearances during Arsenal’s title-winning 2025/26 campaign, registering one goal and two assists. Since arriving from Bologna in 2024, he has established himself as a versatile option in Arteta’s defence, capable of operating both at left-back and centrally.
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