Former Chelsea Champions League winner Jorginho has formed an integral part of Mikel Arteta's squad since arriving in the final knockings of the January 2023 window, making 51 appearances for the club in all tournaments.
The Italy international has scored one goal and set up three more in that time while also earning numerous plaudits for his composed performances in the number six role, particularly in 2024.
Jorginho put in man-of-the-match displays in home victories over Newcastle United and Liverpool, and his exploits as Arsenal's deepest-lying midfielder have allowed Declan Rice to thrive in a box-to-box role.
The 32-year-old was due to become a free agent this summer, and Arsenal decided against triggering the one-year extension in his previous deal, instead entering negotiations over a fresh contract entirely.
Mikel Arteta: 'Role model Jorginho makes everybody better'Negotiations with the midfielder's camp went smoothly, and Arsenal have now announced Jorginho's renewal, believed to be a new one-year agreement until 2025 without an extension option.
«We're delighted that Jorgi has signed a new contract with us. Jorgi is such an important part of our team, a role model with great leadership skills and a unique playing style ability which makes everybody better around him on the pitch,» Arteta told arsenal.com. «We're very pleased that Jorgi and his family have committed with us and we're all excited to continue this journey together.»
Meanwhile, sporting director Edu added: «We're very happy to have Jorgi sign a contract extension with us. He represents what we stand for here at Arsenal with his
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