Patrick Dorgu of US Lecce and Daniel Samek of US Lecce during US Lecce vs Atalanta BC on July 20, 2024
Arsenal, Chelsea, Tottenham lining up to sign versatile £25.5m Serie A defender?
Arsenal are reportedly preparing to battle London rivals Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur for the signature of versatile Lecce defender Patrick Dorgu this summer.
Jul 25, 00:42
Napoli's Jesper Lindstrom pictured in December 2023
Transfer news and rumours: Lindstrom to Everton, Hummels to Bologna, Trippier future
Sports Mole rounds up the latest transfer news and rumours, including Jesper Lindstrom to Everton, Mats Hummels to Bologna and an update on Kieran Trippier's future.
Jul 24, 21:50
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta pictured on April 20, 2024
Arsenal pre-season tour: Five players with a point to prove to Mikel Arteta
Sports Mole picks out six Arsenal players with a point to prove to Mikel Arteta as the Gunners' pre-season tour of the USA gets underway.
Jul 24, 13:02
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta before the match on March 4, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'set terms' for sale of homegrown talent
Arsenal reportedly set out two conditions that must be met if they are to cash in on one of their homegrown talents during the summer transfer window.
Jul 24, 09:03
Arsenal's Gabriel and Takehiro Tomiyasu after the match on March 31, 2024
Mikel Arteta gives Arsenal injury update as Takehiro Tomiyasu "incident" revealed
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta labels Takehiro Tomiyasu's latest injury "unbelievable" after the Japan international was forced to miss the Gunners' USA tour.
Jul 23, 06:25
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured in May 2024
Mikel Arteta breaks silence on Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori transfer after 'delay'
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta admits that there is no update on the Gunners' pursuit of Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori as they try to wrap up a £37.9m deal.
Jul 23, 06:00
Italy's Riccardo Calafiori on June 24, 2024 [IMAGO]
Arsenal's £37.9m transfer 'delayed' as sell-on clause battle ensues
Arsenal's deal to sign Bologna and Italy defender reportedly hits another snag due to a legal battle between his former clubs Roma and Basel.
Jul 22, 11:38
Italy's Riccardo Calafiori pictured in June 2024
How does Riccardo Calafiori compare to Arsenal's current defenders?
Ahead of Riccardo Calafiori's imminent transfer to Arsenal from Bologna, Sports Mole looks at how he compares to the Gunners' current defenders.
Jul 22, 08:17
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on November 25, 2023
Arsenal confirm signing of 18-year-old goalkeeper in bargain transfer
Arsenal confirm the arrival of highly-rated English goalkeeper Tommy Setford from Ajax in a deal reportedly worth under £1m.
Jul 21, 11:25
Italy's Riccardo Calafiori pictured in June 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'agree £37.9m deal' for top defensive target
Arsenal reportedly reach a full agreement to sign Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori in a deal that could fetch up to €45m (£37.9m).
Jul 20, 14:15
Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori on March 16, 2024.
Shirt numbers available to Riccardo Calafiori at Arsenal ahead of £37.9m transfer
As Arsenal close in on the signing of Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna, Sports Mole looks at which shirt number the defender could take at the Emirates.
Jul 20, 13:31
Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi on November 11, 2023
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'make decision' over Marc Guehi pursuit
Arsenal reportedly perform a U-turn on their stance regarding Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi, who has also been linked with Premier League rivals Liverpool.
Jul 19, 13:39
Italy's Riccardo Calafiori on June 24, 2024 [IMAGO]
Arsenal's £42.1m defender move 'on hold' due to sell-on clause issue
Arsenal's pursuit of Bologna and Italy defender Riccardo Calafiori has supposedly hit a roadblock due to a sell-on clause issue involving Basel.
Jul 18, 07:58
Arsenal's Albert Sambi Lokonga pictured in July 2022
Video: Arsenal 24-year-old arrives in Spain ahead of Gunners loan exit
Arsenal midfielder Albert Sambi Lokonga is seen arriving in Spain ahead of his loan move to Sevilla, which could become a permanent deal next year.
Jul 12, 17:27
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta pictured on April 20, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners to complete centre-back signing in coming weeks?
Arsenal are reportedly expecting to complete the signing of Bologna's Riccardo Calafiori in the coming weeks, with the Italians standing firm at their £42m price tag.
Jul 12, 16:47
Switzerland's Dan Ndoye celebrates scoring their first goal on June 23, 2024
Man United transfer news: Red Devils 'learn' Dan Ndoye asking price
Manchester United reportedly learn the asking price of Switzerland and Bologna attacker Dan Ndoye as they weigh up whether to make a summer move.
Jul 11, 23:10
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta before the match on March 4, 2024
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta 'personally trying to convince' Euro 2024 hero to join
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is reportedly attempting to convince Real Sociedad and Spain midfielder Mikel Merino to join the Gunners this summer.
Jul 11, 16:35
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta before the match on March 4, 2024
Arsenal outcast confirms desire to reignite Gunners career
An out-of-favour Arsenal player reveals he is eager to make a positive impression on Mikel Arteta during pre-season in an attempt to salvage his Gunners career.
Jul 8, 08:38
Arsenal's Gabriel Magalhaes celebrates scoring their third goal with Jakub Kiwior, William Saliba and Declan Rice on February 11, 2024
Arsenal to 'consider' proposals for defender amid Inter Milan interest
Arsenal are reportedly open to selling Poland international Jakub Kiwior as they close in on a deal to sign Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna.
Jul 7, 23:20
Albania's Nedim Bajrami in action with Italy's Riccardo Calafiori on June 15, 2024
Arsenal 'set' date to sign Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori
Arsenal reportedly set a date for when they hope to complete the signing of Italy and Bologna defender Riccardo Calafiori.
Jul 7, 19:49
Albania's Nedim Bajrami in action with Italy's Riccardo Calafiori on June 15, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'reach agreement' with £42m-rated defender
Arsenal reportedly take a significant step in their bid to sign Italy international Riccardo Calafiori from Serie A club Bologna.
Jul 5, 18:14
Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca reacts on March 17, 2024
Chelsea transfer news: Defender 'facing uncertain future' under Maresca
Chelsea head coach Enzo Maresca may reportedly be open to parting ways with at least one of his English defenders during the summer transfer window.
Jul 4, 14:38
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on May 19, 2024
Mikel Arteta delivers update on Arsenal transfers and contract talks
Mikel Arteta is 'hopeful' that Arsenal's transfer activity will begin to "pick up" in the coming weeks and provides an update on his contract situation.
Jul 4, 12:09
Nottingham Forest's Murillo celebrates with the Player of the Season trophy after the match on May 19, 2024
Chelsea-linked defender 'wouldn't discard' joining three other Premier League clubs
Chelsea-linked defender Murillo confirms that he is aware of interest in his services from the Blues, but has also revealed that he is open to joining three other Premier League clubs.
Jul 3, 22:21
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta pictured on May 19, 2024
Arsenal transfer news: Gunners 'present' proposal to in-demand defender
Arsenal reportedly step up their efforts to strengthen their backline by presenting a proposal to an in-demand defender who has been competing at Euro 2024.
Jul 3, 14:40
Italy's Gianluca Scamacca looks dejected on June 29, 2024 [IMAGO]
Euro 2024: Italy labelled 'worst team in a lifetime' after 'shambolic' Swiss defeat
Defending European champions Italy are heavily criticised following their "shambolic" 2-0 defeat to Switzerland in the last 16 of Euro 2024 on Saturday.
Jun 29, 22:06
Italy's Riccardo Calafiori on June 24, 2024 [IMAGO]
Arsenal news: Gunners, Juventus handed Riccardo Calafiori transfer boost?
Bologna are reportedly resigned to losing defender Riccardo Calafiori this summer, with the Italy international attracting interest from Arsenal and Juventus.
Jun 29, 19:14
Italy's Mattia Zaccagni celebrates scoring their first goal on June 24, 2024
Preview:Switzerland vs. Italy - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Saturday's European Championship clash between Switzerland and Italy, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 29, 16:49
France's Kylian Mbappe on June 25, 2024 [IMAGO]
Euro 2024: Every player serving last-16 ban or nearing quarter-final suspension
Sports Mole provides the lowdown on every player who is suspended for the last 16 of Euro 2024 and takes a look at every player who is at risk of serving a quarter-final ban.
Jun 28, 23:15
Italy's Alessandro Buongiorno on June 24, 2024 [IMAGO]
Euro 2024: Italy's Buongiorno, Mancini "ready" to start against Switzerland
Italy defenders Alessandro Buongiorno and Gianluca Mancini both state they are "ready" to start in Saturday's Euro 2024 last-16 clash against Switzerland in the absence of Riccardo Calafiori.
Jun 28, 16:58
England's Harry Kane and manager Gareth Southgate after the match on June 25, 2024
Euro 2024 best and worst performers: Germany, Spain sparkle as England, France flop
Sports Mole looks at Euro 2024's three best performing and most disappointing teams ahead of the round of 16 clashes.
Jun 28, 08:13
Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca celebrates after the match on February 13, 2024
Chelsea face Murillo competition as rivals 'enquire' over £70m deal
Juventus reportedly make an enquiry about Nottingham Forest defender Murillo, who is also on the radar of Chelsea.
Jun 28, 07:59
Italy manager Luciano Spalletti pictured on June 24, 2024 [IMAGO]
Italy lineup vs. Switzerland: Predicted XI for Euro 2024 last-16 contest
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Italy could line up for Saturday's Euro 2024 clash with Switzerland.
Jun 27, 16:51
Italy manager Luciano Spalletti pictured on June 24, 2024 [IMAGO]
Luciano Spalletti defends tactics after 'timid' Italy display in Croatia draw
Luciano Spalletti defends his tactics and hits out at his Italy players who were 'below their usual level' in a last-gasp 1-1 draw with Croatia at Euro 2024 on Monday.
Jun 25, 11:20
Italy's Mattia Zaccagni celebrates scoring their first goal on June 24, 2024
Italy through to Euro 2024 last 16 with dramatic Croatia draw
Italy strike in the last minute of added time to hold Croatia to a 1-1 draw and make the last 16 of Euro 2024, finishing second in Group B.
Jun 24, 20:57
Spain's Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring their first goal on June 15, 2024
Preview:Albania vs. Spain - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's European Championship clash between Albania and Spain, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 24, 19:51
Italy's Gianluigi Donnarumma looks dejected after Riccardo Calafiori scores an own goal on June 20, 2024
Preview:Croatia vs. Italy - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Monday's European Championship clash between Croatia and Italy, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 24, 19:49
Italy's Nicolò Barella on November 20, 2023
How Italy could line up against Croatia
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Italy could line up for Monday's Euro 2024 clash with Croatia.
Jun 22, 15:45
Spain's Alvaro Morata celebrates after Riccardo Calafiori's own goal on June 20, 2024 [IMAGO]
Sublime Spain dispatch subpar Italy to seal last-16 berth at Euro 2024
Spain put in an impressive display to claim a narrow 1-0 victory over Italy and seal their place in the last 16 at Euro 2024.
Jun 20, 20:55
Spain's Alvaro Morata celebrates scoring against Croatia on June 15, 2024
Preview:Spain vs. Italy - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole previews Thursday's European Championship clash between Spain and Italy, including predictions, team news and possible lineups.
Jun 20, 19:52
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