Simon Phillips reported that there is some interest from Chelsea in Riccardo Calafiori, but that a deal is not currently considered realistic for two reasons. According to the report, Arsenal does not want to sell to a rival, and Calafiori is understood to favour a return to Italy if possible. Chelsea's interest in Calafiori is genuine, and the Blues were also one of the clubs interested in the player in the summer of 2024.

Riccardo Calafiori has suggested he has a preference to remain at Arsenal, describing them as an iconic team, amid links with Chelsea.

According to TEAMtalk, Arsenal have no plans to move on from Riccardo Calafiori and are fully committed to keeping him at the club, amid speculation of a potential move to Chelsea. The player is also said to be settled in north London and not actively seeking a transfer away.

Riccardo Calafiori may be open to leaving Arsenal if a suitable offer is made, but a transfer to Chelsea is improbable. Despite Chelsea's interest in signing the Italy international, Arsenal is unlikely to sell him to a direct rival.