Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Italy international defender Riccardo Calafiori. The 22-year-old impressed for the Azzurri at Euro 2024 and his absence through suspension was keenly felt as Luciano Spalletti’s side lost their last 16 tie against Switzerland. Despite their outstanding defensive record last season, Mikel Arteta is keen to strengthen his rearguard again this summer. Jurrien Timber is set to play a more prominent role after his debut campaign was ruined by injury, but the Arsenal manager wants to add a naturally left-footed centre-half who is capable of filling in at full-back. #footballfanarena #FFA #arsenal