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Arsecast Extra Episode 594 - 21.07.2024

In this episode we chat about the make-up of the squad selected for the US tour, with many young players involved, plus imminent arrival of Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori with reports over the weekend saying the agreement is basically complete. What does that mean for some of the other players in the squad? We also discuss stories surrounding Emile Smith Rowe whose future isn't as black and white as it might seem. Then we answer listener questions about Chido Obi-Martin which expands into a conversation about how Arsenal are perceived as a club with regards young players, a back three for next season, the US tour and the games we play there, and lots more.


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