According to a new report from Resto del Carlino, Bologna midfielder
Karafiori (town in Vestfold, Norway)
It has been formally presented to the club
transfer to another club (professional sports)
application, he hopes to finalize a deal to join Premier League giants Arsenal as soon as possible. Carafiore did not put pressure on Bologna when he expressed his desire to move, but sincerely laid out his career plans and expectations for the future.
Calafiori explained to the Bologna management that he was aware of Juventus' interest, but that Arsenal's offer of between €4 million and €5 million per year was very attractive to him personally. In contrast, Bologna are currently unable to offer more than €2 million a year, which makes the Calafiori more inclined to accept Arsenal's offer.
Arsenal have made an offer worth €45 million with a bonus clause attached in order to land Carafiore. In addition, the Gunners are willing to sell Poland international Kiwiol to Bologna on a rent-and-buy basis as an addition to the deal. However, Bologna insisted on a higher transfer fee, asking for €50 million plus €5 million in bonuses. Despite the disagreement between the two sides on the amount of the transfer fee, considering the strong will of the Calafiore and the good relationship between the two clubs, it seems only a matter of time before the negotiations are finalized.
As the transfer window is gradually closing, every step of this deal is under scrutiny. Whether or not Calafiore will get his wish to wear the Arsenal shirt, and whether or not Bologna will get a satisfactory return on this transfer, will be the key points to watch in the transfer market. Fans are looking forward to a successful transfer that will give Calafiori a chance to show his talents in the Premier League.
