Riccardo Calafiori has revealed he refuses to own a car in England due to London’s notorious traffic congestion and slow driving speeds.
Italian defender Riccardo Calafiori has labeled London’s traffic as his biggest frustration since joining Arsenal.
Despite his status, he opts for a private driver over luxury cars, complaining that motorists “follow the rules too much and are a bit slow.”
The 23-year-old noted that his 50-minute commute is often marred by “big traffic jams for no reason,” making the city’s roads his primary grievance.
While teammates live near the training ground, Calafiori prefers the city center.
He highlighted cultural differences in English football, observing that Italian sessions are more tactical while the Premier League focuses on attacking.
Reflecting on his transition, he remarked, “I don’t drive, but I get around with a driver. I prefer not to drive here. I don’t have a car, but I can drive.”