Since Lewis Skelly have cemented himself on that left back position, there’s no point dragging with Him anymore but what I want now is this new position before I change my mind in the summer”, Arsenal defender Calafiori reveals the new position that He wants to play now after being benched by Lewis Skelly HE WILL DEFINITELY BE A MONSTER IN THIS POSITION
HE WILL DEFINITELY BE A MONSTER IN THIS POSITION — CALAFIORI REVEALS NEW ROLE HE WANTS AT ARSENAL
It seems there’s a positional shake-up brewing at Arsenal as Riccardo Calafiori, who joined the Gunners last summer, has revealed the new role he’s eyeing after losing his starting left-back spot to breakout star Lewis Skelly.
Speaking candidly in a press conference ahead of Arsenal’s next fixture, the Italian defender admitted that with Skelly’s sensational form at left-back, there’s no point in trying to win back that position — and instead, he’s now targeting a new role in Mikel Arteta’s system.
“Since Lewis Skelly has cemented himself on that left-back position, there’s no point dragging with him anymore,” Calafiori admitted with a grin. “What I want now is this new position before I change my mind in the summer.”
When pressed by reporters on what position he’s referring to, Calafiori boldly declared that he’s eager to shift into a left-sided centre-back role — a position where his strength, defensive awareness, and ability to build from the back could shine.
“I believe I can be a monster there,” Calafiori continued. “It suits my qualities — I’m strong in duels, comfortable on the ball, and I read the game well. If I can get a run of games in that position, I’ll prove I’m one of the best.”
His comments have stirred excitement among Arsenal fans, many of whom feel the Gunners could benefit from more depth and versatility at centre-back, especially in the heart of defence alongside William Saliba or Gabriel.
With Mikel Arteta known for rewarding adaptability and tactical intelligence, Calafiori’s ambition to reinvent himself could be a game-changer as the title race and Champions League battles heat up.
One thing’s for sure: if he gets that chance, he’s ready to unleash the monster in him.