Riccardo Calafiori
Defender #33
Age 23 years
Nationality Italy
Market Value €40M
Career
A
◀ 2024 Arsenal from Bologna
B
2023 Bologna from FC Basel 1893
FB1
2022 FC Basel 1893 from AS Roma
AR
2022 AS Roma from Genoa
G
2022 Genoa from AS Roma
Scout Report
Our breakdown of how this player plays, built from this season's match data.
Riccardo Calafiori is a solid SQUAD PLAYER for Arsenal. Evidence: 18.0 Appearances.
Player DNA
Are they a specialist or an all-rounder? The shape tells the story.
A specialist who excels in Workrate (78/100) but has room to grow in Passing.
Physical profile: Physically Strong.
Riccardo Calafiori Traits
Percentile rankings show how a player compares to others. 90% means they rank higher than 90% of comparable players.
vs Defenders
Height 61%
Weight 85%
Experience 30%
vs Premier League
Height 70%
Weight 89%
Experience 32%
Player DNA
Five dimensions that show what kind of player they are
Dribbling 72
Shooting 54
Defense 53
Workrate 78
Passing 47
Key Strength 78 Workrate
Area to Watch 47 Passing
Match Stats
Match-by-match record for Riccardo Calafiori this season
| Date | Fixture | Mins | Rating | G | A | FM Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2026 | Arsenal 2-0 Bayer Leverkusen | ' | - | - | - | 37 |
| Mar 14, 2026 | Arsenal 2-0 Everton | 74' | 7.3 | 0 | 0 | 42 |
| Mar 11, 2026 | Bayer Leverkusen 1-1 Arsenal | ' | - | - | - | 71 |
| Mar 04, 2026 | Brighton 0-1 Arsenal | 30' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 24 |
| Mar 01, 2026 | Arsenal 2-1 Chelsea | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 56 |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Tottenham 1-4 Arsenal | 0' | - | 0 | 0 | 60 |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Wolves 2-2 Arsenal | 6' | - | 0 | 0 | 69 |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Brentford 1-1 Arsenal | 16' | 6.6 | 0 | 0 | 51 |
| Feb 07, 2026 | Arsenal 3-0 Sunderland | 67' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Jan 31, 2026 | Leeds 0-4 Arsenal | 18' | 6.3 | 0 | 0 | 54 |
| Jan 28, 2026 | Arsenal 3-2 Kairat Almaty | 45' | 5.9 | 0 | 0 | 100 |
| Dec 20, 2025 | Everton 0-1 Arsenal | 90' | 6.9 | 0 | 0 | 37 |
| Dec 10, 2025 | Club Brugge KV 0-3 Arsenal | 27' | 7.0 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
| Dec 06, 2025 | Aston Villa 2-1 Arsenal | 86' | 6.5 | 0 | 0 | 90 |
| Dec 03, 2025 | Arsenal 2-0 Brentford | 94' | 7.2 | 0 | 0 | 48 |
| Date | Fixture | FM Score |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 07, 2026 | Sporting CP vs Arsenal | 76 |
| Apr 11, 2026 | Arsenal vs Bournemouth | 68 |
| Apr 15, 2026 | Arsenal vs Sporting CP | 75 |
| Apr 19, 2026 | Manchester City vs Arsenal | 76 |
| Apr 25, 2026 | Arsenal vs Newcastle | 64 |
| May 02, 2026 | Arsenal vs Fulham | 65 |
| May 09, 2026 | West Ham vs Arsenal | 65 |
| May 17, 2026 | Arsenal vs Burnley | 68 |
| May 24, 2026 | Crystal Palace vs Arsenal | 61 |
Player Market Value
Track Riccardo Calafiori's transfer value changes and career value history
Current Value €40.0M
Peak Value €45.0M (Q3'24)
€45.0M €22.5M €0
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Riccardo Calafiori is Arsenal's Gold Wall. Since arriving in North London, the Italian defender has integrated seamlessly into a squad with which he has already secured three Emirates Cup trophies. At 24, he represents a high-pedigree signing that brings continental experience and tactical flexibility to the Gunners' backline.
Functioning as a Gold Wall, Calafiori has demonstrated his defensive utility across 18 appearances this season. While he is currently searching for rhythm and going through a quiet spell, his 1345 minutes on the pitch highlight his importance to the defensive rotation. His underlying data is anchored by a Workrate score of 84, reflecting the high-energy approach required to excel in the Premier League. As a SQUAD PLAYER, he provides a reliable option for a team that has maintained an incredible run without conceding multiple goals, proving his worth even when form fluctuates.
With his market value currently at €40M and showing a rising trend, Calafiori is a blue-chip asset for the club. As Arsenal enters a crucial title race, his presence in the squad remains vital for maintaining the defensive Balance required to compete at the highest level.