The Gunners midfielder coming from the Blues few summers ago has now shifted his side for Brazil. Gunners midfielder Jorginho has announced his departure from the Emirates. Marking the ends of his time at the North London. The 33 year old will now play in the Brazilian league with the side Flamengo. The former UCL winner with the Blues from London switched to their red rivals the Gunners in January 2023. During his time for the two seasons he has played an important part for them in their midfield. Going through the ups and downs they faced during his time at the Gunners. His exit from the team states the Gunners intent for a major midfield change for the next upcoming season. With his return to the Brazilian side, Flamengo. The player will now play the Club World Cup with the Brazilian side as the tournament is set to begin.
Jorginho will join Flamengo on a free transfer starting in June and will play at the FIFA Club World Cup 🔴⚫️
Catch @Flamengo in the @FIFACWC | June 14 – July 13 | Every Game | Live | https://t.co/i0K4eUtwwb | #FIFACWC #TakeItToTheWorld pic.twitter.com/7Q319A70q4
At first his move from the city rivals from Stamford Bridge to the Emirates faced certain amount of backlash from the Blues. But with times he delivered for the Gunners standing as one of the important players for them in the midfield. At his time at the Emirates over two season he has made a total of 78 appearances for his side. Initially started as favorite in the midfield position. But with time due to injuries and inconsistent he soon found himself on the bench or the sidelines. That saw picked out from Arteta system of play. But his experience and skills both on and off the had a great impact for the Gunners. It will also come in handy for the Brazilian side he is moving for. One big thing is that he leaves the Gunners with no trophies during two of these seasons.
As the players exit from the Gunners is confirmed and set to be announced formally. He now moves to the Brazilian side Flamengo. Flamengo is one of Brazil most decorated clubs over the years in the country. The club will also feature in the inaugural FIFA Club World Cup due to its good performance over the past few years. This move to Brazil marks a return to his roots as he began his footballing career in Brazil before moving to Italy. He is expected to bring experience to the side after playing in Europe and will potentially lead the side for major glories.
After his exit the Gunners are set to undergo some major changes in the midfield. The club will confirm Martin Zubimendi from Real Sociedad as their first summer signing. As both Jorginho and Thomas Partey are set to leave the club this summer. Along with Zubimendi the Gunners are also looking new strikers as a part of some new changes.
As Jorginho is set to depart from the Gunners. It is a decision that will benefit both the player and the Gunners. As for the player returning to Brazil will offer regular playing team he does not get in the Gunners. While for the Gunners new talents like Zubimendi can come forward and establish themselves as new pillars in the team. That will help the Gunners in their goal for a long term vision.
Jorginho has an AGREEMENT to join Flamengo. pic.twitter.com/ztqALtlDLX
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