Real Madrid Eyes Arsenal Defender Who Played Under Mourinho

Real Madrid continues its relentless pursuit of defensive reinforcements. Following the confirmed signings of free agent Ibrahima Konaté from Liverpool and Denzel Dumfries from Inter for €20 million, the club is now looking to add at least one more defender.

While “Onda Cero” reports that Real Madrid has targeted Joško Gvardiol from Manchester City, Nicolò Schira suggests a different name: Riccardo Calafiori from Arsenal. Real Madrid has already inquired about the 24-year-old’s situation, though formal negotiations have yet to begin. Calafiori is also highly regarded by incoming manager José Mourinho, who knows him from their time together at Roma. Last season, the Italian international, capable of playing both as a left-back and a central defender, made 36 appearances for the Gunners, scoring one goal and providing three assists.