On the last day of the January transfer window, Italian midfielder Jorginho completed a shock move to Arsenal. The 31-year-old had been a key player for Chelsea in recent years, but had fallen out of favour with the club and was seeking a new challenge. Fabrizio Romano reports on the midfielder’s decision to switch his allegiance to the red side of London.
Jorginho Cites His Reasons for Leaving Chelsea and Joining Arsenal
Jorginho: “I had spoken to Chelsea and I knew I was no longer part of their plans. Sometimes you must accept when you are out of a project, things come to an end”, tells DAZN. 🔵 #CFC
“I wanted to progress in my career and the Arsenal project suits me, I loved their ideas” #AFC pic.twitter.com/yExfD3WJpR
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) February 20, 2023
Jorginho’s Departure From Chelsea
Speaking to the media after his move to the Emirates Stadium, Jorginho revealed that he had known for some time that he was no longer part of the Blues’ plans. “I had spoken to Chelsea and I knew I was no longer part of their plans,” he said. “Sometimes you must accept when you are out of a project, things come to an end.”
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Despite his departure from West London, the midfielder was sought after by a number of top clubs across Europe. Ultimately, he chose to join the Gunners, citing the club’s ideas and vision as the deciding factor. “I wanted to progress in my career and the Arsenal project suits me, I loved their ideas,” he said.
Jorginho’s Achievements at Club and International Level
The Italian veteran brings a wealth of experience and success to Arsenal. He has won numerous trophies throughout his career, including the Premier League, Champions League and Europa League. In addition to this, he also won the European Championship with Italy in 2021, resulting in him finishing third in the Ballon D’Or voting after an impressive 2020-21 season.
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What Does the Italian Offer Arsenal?
The Gunners are targeting their first Premier League title in 19 years, and with Manchester City in hot pursuit, they need to be perfect to ensure that they reach their goal. With Thomas Partey currently out with injury, Jorginho’s presence becomes more and more important for the young Arsenal team.
His stunning, yet somewhat fortunate, strike at Villa Park shows how his experience and quality will be invaluable as the team looks to progress in the second half of the season.
