Riccardo Calafiori Archives: 12/2025

Arteta explains Timber’s absence and Calafiori’s late withdrawal as Arsenal cope with further defensive disruption.

Jurrien Timber is proving the toughest full-back to beat in the Premier League this season, according to new dribbling statistics.

Only five Arsenal players have avoided injury or illness this season, highlighting the strain on Arteta’s squad as they lead the Premier League and Champions League.

A report in the Italian media has suggested Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori should be used as a midfielder by Gennaro Gattuso with the national team.

Riccardo Calafiori hasn’t suffered an injury setback, with Mikel Arteta confirming his withdrawal against Chelsea was purely based on the state of the game.