Veteran midfielder Jorginho is 'fully focused' on Arsenal amid speculation over his future, according to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Transfer Specialist Fabrizio Romano Said that Jorginho Fully focused Arsenal Amid suggestions the experienced midfielder could leave the Emirates Stadium in 2025.
The 32-year-old is contracted to the Gunners until next summer and has an option for a further 12 months, but there is currently widespread speculation over his future in north London.
There is believed to be strong Saudi Arabian interest in the Italian, while he has been tipped to retire as a player at the end of the season as part of Arsenal's coaching staff.
However, Romano said no firm decisions had been made on Jorginho's future and that the midfielder was “only thinking about this season”.
“Jorginho is only thinking about this season. It's an important season for Arsenal and I think Georgi doesn't have all these connections. [William] The likes of Saliba are genuine and good for the club… It's only early October, the season started 50 days ago,” Romano said. CaughtOffside.
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Romano offers Jorginho update amid exit rumours
“Jorgino's full focus is on Arsenal at the moment, not going to training, not going to Saudi.”
Jorginho is not considered a starter by the Arsenal head coach Michael ArtetaBut he has made four appearances in all competitions this season, including two outings in the Premier League.
The Gunners are set to fight on four fronts this season, with the north London outfit aiming for silverware in the Premier League, Champions League, EFL Cup and FA Cup.
As a result, it would be surprising to see him leave Italy in January, but an exit next summer appears likely, with the midfielder continuing his professional career in Saudi Arabia or retiring as a coach.
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Jorginho hails Arteta as Arsenal chase glory
Last month, Jorginho paid tribute to Arsenal boss Arteta for the winning spirit he brought to the club.
“The mentality is different now because you can see the hunger to win,” he told reporters. “The way you train every day, the information you have – even pictures on the training ground. Everything is about success.
“It's great that Michael puts up these messages that you see. When you see them it sticks in your mind and you start to believe it. Then you get used to it. You are motivated and we want to win. .”
Arsenal have won four in a row in all competitions 3-1 win Against Southampton in the Premier League before the international break, it put them in third place the table.
The Gunners return to Bournemouth on October 19, while they tackle Shakhtar Donetsk, Liverpool and Preston North End before the end of the month.
