In a recent official statement, Arsenal’s manager, Mikel Arteta, alluded to the club’s commitment to further enhancing their squad following the impending acquisition of Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna. The transfer of the Italian international is currently in progress and is expected to provide additional depth to the Gunners’ team.
Arteta refrained from divulging specific details regarding the advancement of Calafiori’s transfer, however, he did affirm the club’s intention to reinforce their squad during the summer. He emphasized the necessity of bolstering various positions and optimizing their overall resources to meet the rigorous standards of the Premier League.
Arsenal’s pursuit of Calafiori comes in the wake of finalizing the permanent signing of David Raya from Brentford, underscoring the club’s dedication to fortifying their squad ahead of the forthcoming season. Furthermore, the Gunners are actively considering other potential signings, including a midfielder such as Real Sociedad’s Mikel Merino and a forward. There have also been speculations regarding a potential second bid for Wolves goalkeeper Dan Bentley.
As the team makes preparations for their pre-season tour in the United States, there is keen anticipation regarding the potential inclusion of new signings in the squad. Arteta has expressed his desire to have all players available from the commencement of the pre-season, although the final decision rests with the club’s management.
Amidst the ongoing transfer activities, tickets for Arsenal’s pre-season match against Manchester United at SoFi Stadium are still available, affording fans an opportunity to witness the team in action.
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As the potential addition of new signings and the excitement surrounding Arsenal’s pre-season preparations continue to unfold, there is a palpable sense of anticipation among fans as the club endeavors to strengthen its squad for the upcoming campaign.