Arsenal eyes bargain Partey replacement after £42m boost

Arsenal has completed a £33.7 million deal for Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna, with potential add-ons of £4.2 million.

Following his successful season in Serie A and strong Euro 2024 performance, this is seen as a good bargain.

The club is now focusing on signing a midfielder, with Mikel Merino, Youssouf Fofana, and Boca Juniors’ Ezequiel Fernandez being key targets.

Fernandez, who impressed at the Olympics, could replace Thomas Partey. Arsenal is also prioritizing player exits, with Emile Smith Rowe close to joining Fulham, and Reiss Nelson and Eddie Nketiah linked to moves, particularly Nketiah to Marseille.