Arsenal working to secure key players Riccardo Calafiori and Declan Rice

Arsenal is focused on retaining core members of its squad to maintain long-term stability. The club has reportedly set a valuation of over €100 million for defender Riccardo Calafiori, despite interest from Real Madrid. The 24-year-old Italian international, who can play at centre-back and left-back, is considered a central part of Mikel Arteta’s project and is under contract until 2029.

Simultaneously, negotiations for a contract extension with midfielder Declan Rice are reportedly in their final stages. The 27-year-old English international, who joined from West Ham in 2023, could see his annual salary increase from approximately €14.8 million to as much as €21.5 million. This move aims to solidify Rice's role as a leader within the team as the club seeks to continue its competitiveness in the Premier League.