Arsenal and Jorginho are reportedly in talks over a possible new deal, but the Italian international wants a two-year contract to commit his future to the North London club.
According to a report by Football Insider, Arsenal will look to tie Jorginho to a new contract. The Italian international has entered the final six months of his current £110,000-a-week terms, but the two parties are in talks to extend his stay at the Emirates. Meanwhile, the veteran midfielder has named his demand to commit his future, and he wants a two-year deal.
Jorginho’s Arsenal Journey
Jorginho has been a dependable performer since joining Arsenal from Chelsea in a surprise move in January 2023. The 32-year-old cost only £12 million, and he has proven worthy of the investment in the last 12 months. While he has not been a first-choice option for Mikel Arteta, he has proven himself as an asset.
The Italian international has been a solid backup option for Arsenal this season, making his mark on most occasions. He has turned out 28 times across all competitions thus far this term, chipping in with a goal and an assist. But Jorginho’s long-term future at Arsenal is uncertain heading into the summer transfer window.
The former Chelsea vice-captain has entered the final six months of his contract, meaning he can leave Arsenal as a free agent. However, the Gunners have been keen on tying him to a new deal before the summer transfer window opens. So, talks between the two parties have opened in recent weeks.
Set for an Extended Stay?
Jorginho’s current deal has him earning £110,000-a-week wages. While the salary will not change, Arsenal will look to extend his stay at the Emirates. But the veteran midfielder wants a new two-year contract instead of a one-year term with an optional year to commit his future to the North London club.
It is unclear if the Gunners are ready to offer Jorginho a two-year contract, considering reports have pointed to their willingness to offer a one-year deal. Meanwhile, interest from high-profile clubs like Barcelona might leave Arsenal wary.
It will be interesting to see if Arsenal can tie Jorginho to a new deal, although that will depend on the North London club’s readiness to offer him a two-year contract. For now, talks between the two parties have opened.
