It is thought that Jorginho declined the chance to return to Serie A and instead chose to sign a short-term contract extension with Arsenal.

The 32-year-old has started the majority of his 10 Premier League games since the beginning of the season as Mikel Arteta’s team battles Manchester City, and he has been a key player in Arsenal’s quest for a first title in 20 years.

Before signing a £50 million contract to join Chelsea in July 2018, Jorginho played for Verona and Napoli in Italy. His representative had said in March that his client would go back there.
Nonetheless, considering the youth of Arteta’s team, Arsenal was eager to hold onto a player with extensive experience, and Jorginho negotiated terms to stay at the end of last month for what is likely to be one additional season. When he moved from Chelsea in January 2023, he first signed an 18-month contract.

It is thought that Jorginho declined the chance to return to Serie A and instead chose to sign a short-term contract extension with Arsenal.

The 32-year-old has started the majority of his 10 Premier League games since the beginning of the season as Mikel Arteta’s team battles Manchester City, and he has been a key player in Arsenal’s quest for a first title in 20 years.

Before signing a £50 million contract to join Chelsea in July 2018, Jorginho played for Verona and Napoli in Italy. His representative had said in March that his client would go back there.
Nonetheless, considering the youth of Arteta’s team, Arsenal was eager to hold onto a player with extensive experience, and Jorginho negotiated terms to stay at the end of last month for what is likely to be one additional season. When he moved from Chelsea in January 2023, he first signed an 18-month contract.

“We’re thrilled that Jorgi has extended his contract with us,” Arteta stated. “Jorgi is a vital member of our team. He sets an excellent example for others to follow, possesses strong leadership qualities, and has a distinctive playing style that enhances everyone around him on the field. We’re thrilled that Jorgi and his family have chosen to work with us, and we can’t wait to go on this adventure together.


“With his professionalism and success, he represents what we stand for here at Arsenal,” stated Edu, the sporting director. The news that Jorgi will be sticking with us will no doubt make everyone at the club happy, including the coaches and players as well as the entire back office crew. It’s fantastic that Jorge is still with us as we develop into a stronger and better team.

“We’re thrilled that Jorgi has extended his contract with us,” Arteta stated. “Jorgi is a vital member of our team. He sets an excellent example for others to follow, possesses strong leadership qualities, and has a distinctive playing style that enhances everyone around him on the field. We’re thrilled that Jorgi and his family have chosen to work with us, and we can’t wait to go on this adventure together.

“With his professionalism and success, he represents what we stand for here at Arsenal,” stated Edu, the sporting director. The news that Jorgi will be sticking with us will no doubt make everyone at the club happy, including the coaches and players as well as the entire back office crew. It’s fantastic that Jorge is still with us as we develop into a stronger and better team.