Mundo Deportivo has reported on Riccardo Calafiori's potential links with Barcelona amidst ongoing transfer speculations. The Italian left-back, currently with Arsenal and the national team, was recently seen in Barcelona celebrating his 23rd birthday alongside his agent. Although he was recognized by fans in the city, Barcelona has officially denied having any interest in acquiring him. Under Arteta's management at Arsenal, Calafiori has seen less playing time than anticipated, participating in only half of the Premier League matches with a mere 11 starts. Arsenal had invested 45 million euros in the Italian left-back during the previous summer, yet Arteta has consistently opted for other players. Despite Barcelona's official stance of searching for a winger and having alternative options for the full-back position, Calafiori might still emerge as a viable option, should the price be right. The current left-back options at Barcelona have shown both potential and vulnerabilities, which could potentially pave the way for a player like Calafiori, despite the club's official denial of interest.