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Calafiori on Arsenal future: I miss the sun, but...

Calafiori on Arsenal future: I miss the sun, but...
Calafiori on Arsenal future: I miss the sun, but...Action Images via Reuters

Arsenal defender Riccardo Calafiori admits he doesn't enjoy the London weather.

However, the former Bologna stopper insists he is happy at Arsenal.

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Speaking before last night's Carabao Cup final defeat, Calafiori told La Gazzetta dello Sport: "I miss the sun and would have liked to see friends and family more often, but I'm not complaining.

"In Italy we are used to analysing, judging and criticising. I appreciate that it's not the same here."

He also explains why the choice to move to England felt obvious.

"I have always had a dream of playing in England. After the European Championship my value increased and my agent told me that Arsenal were very interested.

"I knew I was going to the toughest league, but at the same time I thought that I could always take a step back if necessary."

He added, "Arsenal is Arsenal, an iconic team, unlike any other."

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