Arsenal are reportedly set to sign Chelsea midfielder Jorginho on transfer deadline day in a surprise deal.
Mikel Arteta has been known to be eager to sign a new central midfielder throughout the January transfer window, particularly in light of Mohamed Elneny’s injury woes.
Arsenal had wanted to sign Moises Caicedo from Brighton & Hove Albion, but the Seagulls refused to sell the Ecuador international.
On Monday evening, however, reports surfaced that the Gunners had made a surprise bid for Jorginho, who has been with their London rivals Chelsea since 2018.
The 31-year-contract old’s expires in the summer, and there has been little talk of a renewal with the Blues looking to make significant changes to their senior ranks.
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While personal terms were said to be trivial, it was widely reported that the two clubs had yet to agree on a fee, with Chelsea allegedly seeking more than £15m.
Nonetheless, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano believes a compromise has been reached, with Chelsea accepting a £12 million offer.
Arsenal and Chelsea are preparing the documents for Jorginho deal — it will be signed in few hours. 🚨⚪️🔴 #AFC
Understand final fee £10m guaranteed & £2m add ons. Deal done, confirmed. pic.twitter.com/MwM2c3D9y0
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 31, 2023
Jorginho is now expected to sign a contract extension at the Emirates Stadium until 2024, according to Romano.
If the Italy international passes a medical later on Tuesday, the transfer is expected to be finalised before the 11 p.m. deadline.
Chelsea had been looking to strengthen their position with FFP ahead of potentially signing Benfica midfielder Enzo Fernandez for around £105 million.
If Jorginho leaves Stamford Bridge, it is likely that Conor Gallagher, who has been linked with a number of Premier League clubs, will stay with Graham Potter’s squad.
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