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After weeks and to and fro, Arsenal have officially signed Riccardo Calafiori from Serie A club Bologna. It is the Gunners’ second signing of the 2024-25 summer transfer window, with David Raya’s permanent switch from Brentford being their first. Calafiori’s arrival extends Arsenal’s proud tradition of signing U23 players and giving them a shot at making it big in the Premier League.
Calafiori has joined the club for a €45 million ($48.70 million) fee, making him one of Arsenal’s most expensive U23 transfers. Continue reading to check out where he ranks amongst the top five most expensive U23 signings in Arsenal’s history.
#5 Martin Odegaard: €40 million ($43.30 million)
Martin Odegaard Has Been Directly Involved In 60 Goals Since Joining
Martin Odegaard, who proudly wears the captain’s armband at Arsenal, joined the club on a permanent deal from Real Madrid in August 2021. Arsenal paid €40 million ($43.30 million) for the Norwegian attacking midfielder after he impressed the club during his short loan spell in the second half of the 2020-21 season.
Odegaard has played 153 games for Arsenal in the last three-and-a-half seasons. He has led the creative department with poise and authority, chipping in with 35 goals and 25 assists. Odegaard, who will become a free agent in June 2028, has only won one FA Community Shield with the north London powerhouse.
#4 Jurrien Timber: €40 million ($43.30 million)
Jurrien Timber Played Just A Couple Of Games Before Picking Up ACL Injury
Arsenal spent a handsome €40 million ($43.30 million) fee to sign Jurrien Timber from Ajax in July 2023. Unfortunately, the 23-year-old tore his Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) on his Premier League debut, which ruled him out for the remainder of the season. He returned to action on Matchday 38, playing a 21-minute cameo in Arsenal’s 2-1 victory over Everton.
Timber is currently with the Londoners’ on their pre-season tour in the United States. He must…
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Author : Sushan Chakraborty
Publish date : 2024-07-30 07:59:48
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