The news comes after the Italy international was forced to withdraw from the Italy squad during the international break. Initially there were concerns that Arsenal would be without one of their key defensive assets for the crucial match.
Fabrizio Romano’s update on Riccardo Calafiori’s injury
Romano gave an update yesterday that Arsenal’s staff are not too concerned about the player’s injury.
According to his latest update, the player is not injured and Calafiori will be available for selection next Sunday.
Romano told
???? Understand Arsenal, check the news from the last 24 hours: Riccardo Calafiori will be available for the North London Derby.
No injuries, no problems. Just overload. #AFC pic.twitter.com/AAgNqEgqah
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) November 16, 2025
Riccardo Calafiori has been excellent this season
This comes as a major boost for Arsenal as the 23-year-old has played a key role in Arsenal’s brilliant start to the season.
The left-back has started every Premier League match so far and has been a solid player at the back, but has also been a threat going forward.
| Statistics | Value |
|---|---|
| Tackles | 13 |
| Duels won | 43 |
| Matches won % | 51.2% |
| Won aerial duels | 18 |
| Aerial duels won % | 52.9% |
| Interceptions | 5 |
| Blocked shots | 1 |
| Commit violations | 17 |
| Chargebacks | 41 |
| Possession won (final third) | 2 |
| Dribbled past | 4 |
Riccardo Calafiori stats 25/26 Premier League via FotMob
He has made 13 tackles and come out on top in 43 matches so far, giving him a success rate of 51.2%, a solid return that shows he competes well in 1v1 situations. In the air, he has won 18 aerial duels with a success rate of 52.9%, proving that he can hold his own physically.
Defensively, his outlook is steady, with five interceptions and one blocked shot, while his 41 recoveries highlight the number of loose balls and second phases he clears for his team.
He has also won possession twice in the final third, showing that he occasionally steps high to press and win the ball in advanced areas.
Looking ahead, the Italian has scored a goal and two assists in eleven games so far, registering nineteen shots with an xG of 2.21.
Gabriel Magalhaes is likely to miss the match against Tottenham due to an injury
Although Arsenal have received a boost with Calafiori’s update, they are likely to be without star player Gabriel Magalhaes.
The centre-back, who has been one of Arsenal’s best players this season, suffered a groin injury during the match between Brazil and Senegal.
Carlo Ancelotti confirmed the injury, with an apology to Arsenal. He said: Bad? I don’t know, he had a problem with his adductor, the medical staff will have to check it tomorrow. We’re really sorry, we’re really disappointed. If players have an injury, I hope they can recover well and quickly.”
He has been ruled out of Brazil’s match against Tunisia and is expected to spend some time on the sidelines.
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