Riccardo Calafiori
Last updated October 9, 2026
Left-Back · #33 · Italy
Riccardo Calafiori is 24 years old (born 19 May 2002) and 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall. Riccardo Calafiori wears the number 33 shirt for Arsenal and is under contract until June 2029. Reported wage: £120,000 a week (GiveMeSport (figures credited to Capology), 27 August 2026).
Season-by-Season Record
| Season | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-26 | 19 | 1 | 3 |
| 2024-25 | 31 | 2 | 2 |
| Total | 50 | 3 | 5 |
About Riccardo Calafiori
Riccardo Calafiori joined Arsenal from Bologna in July 2024 for an initial fee of £33.6 million, arriving off the back of an outstanding Euro 2024 campaign with Italy. A left-footed defender capable of playing at left-back and centre-back, Calafiori combines technical ability with defensive aggression. His first season saw strong early form including a goal and assists in August 2025, though persistent injury issues have limited his availability throughout the campaign.
International Career — Italy
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Riccardo Calafiori?
Riccardo Calafiori is 24 years old, born on 19 May 2002.
When is Riccardo Calafiori's birthday?
Riccardo Calafiori's birthday is 19 May.
How tall is Riccardo Calafiori?
Riccardo Calafiori is 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall.
What shirt number does Riccardo Calafiori wear?
Riccardo Calafiori wears the number 33 shirt for Arsenal. See every Arsenal squad number.
How much did Arsenal pay for Calafiori?
Arsenal signed Riccardo Calafiori from Bologna for an initial fee of £33.6 million, potentially rising to £42 million.
What is Calafiori's salary at Arsenal?
Riccardo Calafiori earns approximately £120,000 per week at Arsenal.
What happened to Calafiori's knee?
In 2018, aged 16, Calafiori suffered a near career-ending injury where he tore every ligament in his left knee during a UEFA Youth League match.
Latest Riccardo Calafiori news
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- Eight Arsenal players back early amid key defender progress update