Report: Bologna could try to sign ‘extraordinary’ player from Arsenal once Riccardo Calafiori is sold

Bologna could reportedly move for an Arsenal player once Riccardo Calafiori’s rumoured move to north London is complete.

The Italian international is closing in on a switch to the Emirates Stadium, with Calafiori expected to become Arsenal’s first signing of the summer transfer window, as the Gunners continue to pursue Wolves goalkeeper Dan Bentley.

Calafiori was one of the breakout stars of Euro 2024 with Italy as the 22-year-old centre-back wowed fans with impressive defensive performances, with the defender’s last-second assist against Croatia a notable high point.

And Bologna could now turn to an Arsenal player to replace Calafiori.

Jakub Kiwior could join Bologna after Calafiori signs for Arsenal

CaughtOffside claim that Arsenal defender Jakub Kiwior could become a target for Bologna once Calafiori’s move to Arsenal is official, with the Polish international rumoured with an exit from north London this summer.

Inter Milan are reportedly interested in signing Kiwior, who despite playing a good amount of football last season for Arsenal has been earmarked as the defender who is most likely to leave the Gunners this summer with Calafiori coming in.

Lauded by Robert Lewandowski as ‘extraordinary’, the former Spezia star could be an ideal replacement for Calafiori at Bologna, who next season could face Arsenal in the UEFA Champions League after their historic Serie A finish.

And for Arsenal, Kiwior heading to Bologna in a separate deal could be a smart move for the Gunners, especially with the Italian side in the money once Calafiori is sold coupled with the prize money earned from qualifying for the Champions League.

Kiwior leaving for Bologna could be fantastic for Arsenal

With Calafiori close to joining Arsenal, offloading Kiwior would be in the Gunners’ best interest given how much interest they currently is in the Polish defender.

And in Bologna, Arsenal could already have the perfect suitors in kind for the former Spezia centre-back, with the Serie A side having the funds needed to sign Kiwior and to offer the defender Champions League football.

Indeed, Kiwior could thrive with the right team next season after 18 months of solid development at Arsenal, and Bologna’s current project could be one that appeals to the defender, who is seemingly keen to return to Italy.