Jorge Luiz Frello Filho Cavaliere OMRI, known as Jorginho, has explained why he signed for Arsenal Football Club on the January transfer deadline.
Arsenal announced the signing of Jorginho from Chelsea on Tuesday night.
The 31-year-old Italy international is expected to boost Arsenal’s options in midfield going into the second half of the season.
Speaking at his first press conference after signing for Arsenal, he said he joined Mikel Arteta’s side because the North London outfit is an amazing club.
Jorginho said, “I am very excited for this new challenge, and I just can’t wait to be on the pitch to be honest! Everything has happened so fast. I was a bit surprised, but I took the opportunity of this amazing challenge.
“It is an important shirt. It is an amazing club, a big one, and I’m really excited and happy to be here.”