Arsenal are set to lose their experienced 33-year-old midfielder, Jorginho, on a free transfer this summer. Despite efforts from the club to convince him to stay as a backup option, the Italian international has decided to move on. His main reason for leaving is his desire to play more regularly, which he hasn't been able to do since joining the team.
Jorginho signed for Arsenal from Chelsea on January 31, 2023, in a deal worth around £12 million. Since joining the Gunners, he has not managed to win any trophies.While this may disappoint some fans, others may not be too surprised—after all, Arsenal has faced a lot of criticism in recent years for falling short when it matters most.
This season, Jorginho has played only 14 Premier League matches. Out of those, he started just 9 games and has had about 708 minutes of playing time in total. Clearly, he hasn’t been a regular part of Mikel Arteta’s starting eleven, which likely influenced his decision to leave.
According to reports, Jorginho has already reached a verbal agreement to join Flamengo, a top club in Brazil. His Arsenal contract runs until June 2025, but the move is expected to happen once the deal ends. Interestingly, he turned down several offers from European clubs just to join Flamengo, showing how eager he is for a new challenge and more playing time.
Now, Arsenal and manager Mikel Arteta will need to look for a replacement. Jorginho brought a lot of experience to the squad and is also a former UEFA Champions League winner. His departure could force the club to rebuild their midfield ahead of the new season. Alongside that, Arsenal are also expected to sign a new striker, especially after their struggles in front of goal in recent games.
Jorginho’s time at Arsenal may have been short and without trophies, but his experience and leadership were still valuable. As he prepares for a new adventure in Brazil, Arsenal must now focus on strengthening the squad and preparing for what could be a busy summer transfer window.
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