Riccardo Calafiori Transfer from Bologna to Chelsea
Chelsea had Riccardo Calafiori on their radar but opted to sign Renato Veiga from Basel instead.
Chelsea showed concrete interest in Riccardo Calafiori.
Calafiori held talks with Chelsea over a summer switch to Stamford Bridge, but made it clear to them that he was prioritising a move to Arsenal.
Chelsea had also been linked with a move for Riccardo Calafiori but the pursuit of Renato Veiga is believed to represent a cheaper alternative to the Italian.
Chelsea is also interested in Riccardo Calafiori and would include players in the deal.
Calafiori's form attracted interest from several clubs across Europe, including Chelsea.
Chelsea was very active in pursuing Riccardo Calafiori but was outpaced by Arsenal's offer.
Riccardo Calafiori was also courted by Chelsea.
Riccardo Calafiori, a highly sought-after Italian defender who played brilliantly at the European Championship, is almost certain to leave Bologna. Bologna is asking for around 50 million euros for him. Chelsea is highly interested in acquiring Calafiori.
Riccardo Calafiori attracts the interest of several European clubs, including Chelsea.
Chelsea are also interested in the centre-back and are understood to be in talks too.
Riccardo Calafiori is strongly linked with a move to England, with Arsenal currently leading the race against Chelsea. Bologna's president prefers to sell the player abroad rather than to a direct rival like Juventus.
Chelsea is ready to offer 47 million euros for Riccardo Calafiori. This transfer is part of a bidding war with Arsenal.
Chelsea had shown interest in Calafiori.
Chelsea has shown interest in Riccardo Calafiori.
Chelsea showed interest in Riccardo Calafiori, but Arsenal's offer was more convincing.
Several clubs are interested in the Italian, including Chelsea.
Chelsea is also interested in signing Riccardo Calafiori and would include players in the deal.
Chelsea has shown interest in Riccardo Calafiori, who has had an impressive season with Bologna and Italy during Euro 2024.
The Bologna centre back is wanted by a host of clubs - most notably Arsenal - as well as Real Madrid, Chelsea, Bayer Leverkusen and Juventus.
Chelsea is among the English clubs showing interest in Calafiori and is prepared to make a strong move for him.
Bologna prefers to sell Riccardo Calafiori to clubs outside Serie A. Chelsea has shown interest.
Chelsea, Liverpool and West Ham United are also interested in 22-year-old Calafiori but will have to pay in excess of £40m to get a deal done.
Chelsea are looking for a left-footed and talented defender, and Riccardo Calafiori is one of the best options available.
Both Chelsea and Tottenham have also previously shown interest in Calafiori.
Riccardo Calafiori is being linked with a move to Chelsea. The new Chelsea coach, Enzo Maresca, has publicly admired Calafiori.
Riccardo Calafiori, a sensational Italian defender currently playing for Bologna, is linked with a transfer to Chelsea. The new Chelsea coach, Enzo Maresca, has publicly admired Calafiori. Last season, he played 37 matches for Bologna, scoring two goals and providing five assists. He is valued at 30 million euros according to Transfermarkt.
Chelsea are interested in signing Riccardo Calafiori and are keen to hijack his move to Juventus. Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca reportedly sent a scout to watch Calafiori in action against Albania.
Chelsea should scout Riccardo Calafiori at Euro 2024. He caught the eye with Bologna.
In addition to worrying the Old Lady, there is also competition: Chelsea, Bayer Leverkusen and Atletico Madrid have stepped forward.
Chelsea are reportedly interested in Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori. Calafiori was integral to Bologna's improbable fifth place finish in Serie A this season. Able to play as a centre-back or an inverted full-back, the 22-year-old would suit Maresca's posession-based system.
Chelsea showed interest in Riccardo Calafiori, indicating the possibility of being able to put 22 million euros on the table. One of his main admirers is Enzo Maresca, who has recently been appointed coach of the English.
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