“First victory as a Milan player” – Kyle Walker returns to trophy-hunting form as Manchester City loanee helps Christian Pulisic & his team maintain their Coppa Italia ambitions.
– “I don’t blame him, I blame Guardiola for always playing him. Without him, we could have made it to the round of sixteen last night,” Bernardo Silva expresses frustration with one Manchester City player’s decision-making lately.
– “PREMIER LEAGUE: ‘I don’t care that the transfer window is closed, I want to leave now. I’m fed up with the way I’m being treated at Old Trafford’” – A rising Manchester United star reportedly makes a shocking statement directed at Amorim as top European clubs compete for his signature.
– BREAKING NEWS: “We called him to the first-team because we believe he’ll bring the necessary quality to that role”: Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim promotes an academy player, often compared to Lionel Messi, to the first team due to a shortage of quality in one position.
– BREAKING NEWS: Leny Yoro sends a bold message to Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim during a defensive crisis – ‘I want to play left-back against Leicester.’
– BREAKING NEWS: “I know Real Madrid is a massive club, but here’s why I rejected them to join Manchester United and why I’m so happy with my decision”: Manchester United defender Leny Yoro explains his decision to snub Real Madrid and join Manchester United last summer, citing some unusual reasons.
– Riccardo Calafiori, the Italian international defender, joined Arsenal in the summer of 2024 from Bologna for €45 million, with potential bonuses of €5 million. His move was heavily influenced by discussions with manager Mikel Arteta, who outlined a clear plan for Calafiori’s role in the team. Arteta’s vision and the club’s overall project played a significant part in convincing Calafiori to make the switch to the Premier League.
– Upon arrival, Calafiori adjusted quickly to English football, showcasing his adaptability by playing both as a full-back and a center-back. He emphasized his willingness to contribute in various roles, saying, “I don’t mind playing left back, centre back, I want to play also as a midfielder if I have to. I just want to have fun on the pitch.”
– However, his time at Arsenal has been affected by several injuries. In October 2024, during a Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk, Calafiori suffered a knee injury that led to his substitution. Arteta commented, “With Riccy, he had to come off because he felt something. I don’t know the extent of it, but it’s not good news.”
– After recovering, Calafiori faced more challenges, including a groin issue that kept him out of action for multiple matches. Arteta praised the player’s eagerness to return, saying, “We need to calm him down because he’s so eager to get out, train, and play.”
– Despite these setbacks, Calafiori made a significant impact upon his return, scoring the winning goal in a Premier League match against Wolverhampton Wanderers in January 2025. This performance was especially notable as Arsenal played most of the match with ten men due to a controversial red card.
– Throughout these challenges, no public signs have emerged of any conflict between Calafiori and Arteta. Both have expressed mutual respect, with Calafiori acknowledging Arteta’s contribution to his development and Arteta praising Calafiori’s determination and flexibility. Currently, there is no evidence suggesting that Calafiori is considering leaving Arsenal due to dissatisfaction with his role or his relationship with the manager.
