Jorginho

Arsenal are among the clubs exploring a possible move for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho before the transfer deadline. The Premier League leaders are very ...

Any move Arsenal make for Jorginho may well depend on the success of Chelsea’s efforts to secure Fernandez. [Champions League](https://theathletic.com/football/champions-league/) and [Europa League](https://theathletic.com/football/europa-league/) with Chelsea, while he also won the [European Championship](https://theathletic.com/football/european-championship/) with [Italy](https://theathletic.com/football/team/italy/) in 2020. Arsenal have now expressed an interest in Italy international Jorginho. [the Premier League business done so far](https://theathletic.com/4039919/2023/01/03/premier-league-transfer-deals-january-window-2023/), get [the latest from David Ornstein](https://theathletic.com/4135097/2023/01/30/ornstein-porro-spurs-chelsea-world-cup-fernandez/) on the deals in the pipeline and read our [club-by-club guide](https://theathletic.com/4124026/2023/01/30/premier-league-transfers-deadline-day/) to the moves that could yet happen. [Arsenal](https://theathletic.com/football/team/arsenal/) are among the clubs exploring a possible move for [Chelsea](https://theathletic.com/football/team/chelsea/) midfielder [Jorginho](https://theathletic.com/football/player/jorginho-MvC0hVi06208wo5E/) before the transfer deadline. [Premier League](https://theathletic.com/football/premier-league/) leaders are very light on cover for first-choice holding midfielder [Thomas Partey](https://theathletic.com/football/player/thomas-partey-WvYPPsYnodFQ5XO1/), with [Mohamed Elneny](https://theathletic.com/football/player/mohamed-elneny-fPweHDfEZTmUJqFs/) absent through injury.

Arsenal are one of several clubs who hope to sign Chelsea midfielder Jorginho before the end of the January transfer window, according to reports.

Premier League [suggest that Chelsea are close to striking a £105m deal for Benfica’s midfielder Enzo Fernandez](https://www.eurosport.com/football/transfers/2022-2023/chelsea-make-new-105m-bid-for-benfica-midfielder-enzo-fernandez-ahead-of-transfer-deadline-reports_sto9363420/story.shtml), and they could countenance a sale of Jorginho to go some way to balance the books rather than lose him for nothing in the summer. [Transfer news - LIVE](https://www.eurosport.co.uk/football/transfers/2022-2023/liveevent.shtml) [Chelsea make new £105m bid for Benfica midfielder Fernandez - reports](https://www.eurosport.com/football/transfers/2022-2023/chelsea-make-new-105m-bid-for-benfica-midfielder-enzo-fernandez-ahead-of-transfer-deadline-reports_sto9363420/story.shtml) [Caicedo, Fernandez and Cancelo - the deadline day deals that could still happen](https://www.eurosport.com/football/transfers/2022-2023/january-transfer-deadline-day-moises-caicedo-enzo-fernandez-and-joao-cancelo-the-deals-that-could-ha_sto9363223/story.shtml) Jorginho is just one of several players out of contract at the end of the season at Chelsea, with fellow veteran midfielder N’Golo Kante looking likely to leave after struggling with injury this season. WIth a day left for clubs to make additions, Jorginho has emerged as a target not just for the summer, when his contract at Stamford Bridge is up, but for the rest of this season. Arsenal sit five points clear at the top of the Premier League at the midway point in the season but are without midfielders Thomas Partey and Mohamed Elneny due to injury.

Arsenal are considering a bid for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho before the end of the January transfer window.

Graham Potter's team could free up room for the Argentine by offloading Jorginho this month, with [Conor Gallagher also linked with an exit as Everton circle](https://www.goal.com/en/news/everton-table-40m-offer-chelsea-gallagher-blues-eye-enzo-fernandez-deal/blt62dbe085d8a31621). The day before that game, the Blues will face Fulham at Stamford Bridge. However, they may be reluctant to help strengthen their London rivals, who are pushing to win the Premier League title this season.

Arsenal have made a shock approach to Chelsea for Italian midfielder Jorginho. He would be alternative to Moises Caicedo if a deal cannot happen.

Arsenal are targeting a shock move to sign Chelsea midfielder Jorginho before the January transfer window slams shut. The Gunners are in the market for a ...

It would not be the first time that the two clubs have swapped players with the likes of Olivier Giroud, Willian and Cesc Fabregas all having played for both clubs in recent history. @Osian88 was not happy with the news and posted: "Nahh man." The Gunners are looking at alternative options to Caicedo and are interested in a move for Jorginho. @the_Lawrenz offered a different opinion in favour of selling Jorginho and posted: "Let him go!" However, a deal is not yet at an advanced stage, with the 31-year-old's contract running out at the end of the season. Arsenal are targeting a shock move to sign Chelsea midfielder Jorginho before the January transfer window slams shut.

Arsenal are considering a bid for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho before the end of the January transfer window.

Graham Potter's team could free up room for the Argentine by offloading Jorginho this month, with [Conor Gallagher also linked with an exit as Everton circle](https://www.goal.com/en/news/everton-table-40m-offer-chelsea-gallagher-blues-eye-enzo-fernandez-deal/blt62dbe085d8a31621). The day before that game, the Blues will face Fulham at Stamford Bridge. However, they may be reluctant to help strengthen their London rivals, who are pushing to win the Premier League title this season.

Arsenal are now closing in on the signing of Chelsea midfielder Jorginho as they look to find an alternative signing to Moises Caicedo.

[Moises Caicedo](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/moises-caicedo/profil/spieler/687626) to leave the club at the moment, and Arsenal are looking at alternatives as a Plan B. [Mikel Arteta](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/mikel-arteta/profil/trainer/47620) in particular is a fan of the player and is open to bringing him to the club. Chelsea are willing to allow Jorginho to leave and are open to now keeping Conor Gallagher at the club. [ Florian Plettenburg](https://twitter.com/Plettigoal), Arsenal are closing in on the signing of Jorginho from Chelsea. [Conor Gallagher](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/conor-gallagher/profil/spieler/488362) after a £45million bid was launched by Everton, but it now looks to be Jorginho that will leave the club in January. [ Jorginho.](https://www.transfermarkt.co.uk/jorginho/profil/spieler/102017) The deal is approaching it's final stages.

With Chelsea looking set for Enzo Fernandez, Arsenal see a chance to sign Jorginho before the deadline. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Negotiations are now ongoing regarding the [Iran](/soccer/team?id=469) international, who is one of two or three options being explored as Les Olympiens aim to bring in a new striker on Deadline Day. Empoli are aiming to replace Bajrami with [Emanuel Vignato](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/250644/Emanuel-Vignato) from [Bologna](/soccer/team?id=107). A medical will be completed tomorrow with the Spaniard set to sign a contract that will last until 2024 and include the option for another year. Leeds [made headlines on Monday](/soccer/leeds-united-engleeds/story/4865329/mckennie-calls-joining-usa-players-at-leeds-cherry-on-cake) by bringing in American midfielder [Weston McKennie](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/256715/weston-mckennie). United are unwilling to let her leave so close to the [WSL](/soccer/league/_/name/eng.w.1) transfer deadline despite having been in contract talks with the striker for months but making little progress. In addition, Spurs' outgoing right-back [Djed Spence](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/267711/Djed-Spence) has landed in [France](/soccer/team?id=478) for a medical before signing for [Stade Rennais](/soccer/team?id=169) on loan, [per Romano](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1620180341066711040). [Tottenham Hotspur](/soccer/team?id=367) and [Sporting CP](/soccer/team?id=2250) have reached an agreement for [Pedro Porro](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/268533/Pedro-Porro) after a long meeting, with terms of €45 million having now been agreed, [Fabrizio Romano reports](https://twitter.com/FabrizioRomano/status/1620155692098424832). - On top of that, 31-year-old Jorginho's contract is set to end in the summer, meaning he could depart as a free agent. Any move Arsenal make for Jorginho could depend on whether the Blues sign However, Roma are saying the deal must include a guaranteed obligation for the permanent transfer if it is to be completed. - Stream on ESPN+:

Arsenal are seriously considering a move for Chelsea midfielder Jorginho; the Gunners are still prepared to do a deal for Brightons Moises Caicedo if the ...

You can also catch up with the ins, outs and analysis on Sky Sports News. One of the most important factors behind Arsenal's success this season is that they have been able to keep Thomas Partey fit. Arsenal's recruitment in recent years has centred on the long-term but right now, top of the Premier League and with the added burden of European commitments to come, a short-term solution is needed.

Arsenal are set to complete the signing of Chelsea midfielder Jorginho for around £12m. The 31-year-old Italy international, who joined the Blues from ...

Arsenal are set to sign Chelsea midfielder Jorginho in a £12 million deal ahead of the January transfer deadline, sources have told ESPN.

We welcome Jorginho to Arsenal." [chasing a deal](/soccer-transfers/story/4863182/caicedo-given-break-as-brighton-insist-midfielder-wont-leave-sources) for Brighton midfielder [Moises Caicedo](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/289877/Moisés-Caicedo) but have landed on Jorginho, 31, in the final days of the transfer window. [Arsenal](/soccer/team?id=359) have completed the signing of midfielder [Jorginho](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/233721/Jorginho) from Premier League rivals [Chelsea](/soccer/team?id=363), it was announced on Tuesday.

Come on then, who had Jorginho to Arsenal, on deadline day, on their transfer bingo card? The Gunners had focused their efforts on prying Moises Caicedo ...

Premier League leaders Arsenal have agreed a £12 million deal with Chelsea for midfielder, Jorginho.

The deal entails a £10 million fee plus £2 million in add-ons. Jorginho is also said to have accepted personal terms with the North-London side which will see him in the Emirates until June 2024. The 31-year-old midfielder is expected to sign an 18-month contract, with an option to extend for a further year.

Chelsea midfielder, Jorginho will be one of the few stars to play for the two London giants as Arsenal have tabled for £12 million him in a year deal.

He will be on a year contract till 2024 with the option of another year. Both clubs have agreed on the deal as he was supposed to be a free agent by the summer of 2023. Chelsea midfielder, Jorginho will be one of the few stars to play for the two London giants as Arsenal have tabled for £12 million him in a year deal.