MIRIAM NNOLI 
Arsenal defender, Riccardo Calafiori, has reportedly left the national team camp following a knee injury sustained during Italy’s 2-1 loss to Germany on Thursday.
The injury, which Italy’s medical staff suspects to be a collateral ligament issue graded between one and two, will undergo further assessment by Arsenal’s medical team.
According to a post by sports journalist, Fabrizio Romano, on Friday, the setback forced the Arsenal defender to withdraw from Italy’s squad immediately, raising concerns over his availability for upcoming matches.
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While initial evaluations suggest a moderate injury, the final diagnosis and recovery timeline will be determined after thorough examinations at his club.
Romano said, “Riccardo Calafiori leaves Italy camp with immediate effect after a knee injury suffered yesterday.
“Italy staff suggest Calafiori suffered knee collateral injury between grade one/two but final assessment will be made by Arsenal staff.”
