Arsenal midfielder Jorginho has been linked with a move away from the North London club ahead of the summer transfer window.
According to reputed Brazilian journalist Vene Casagrande, experienced Arsenal midfielder Jorginho is set to seal an agreement with Brazilian club Flamengo, and he will pen a pre-contract agreement with them.
The 33-year-old will be a free agent at the end of the season, and Flamengo are looking to snap him up on a bargain. The Italian international is no longer a key player for Arsenal, and leaving the North London club would be ideal for him. He is unlikely to get any better at this stage of his career, and Arsenal should look to bring in a quality young player to replace him.
The opportunity to move to South America could be an exciting one for the player at this stage of his career, and he will look to test himself at a new league. The lower intensity of South American football could prolong his career.
It will be interesting to see if Arsenal can replace him adequately at the end of the season. They have been linked with a move for the Real Sociedad midfielder Martin Zubimendi. The Spanish international could be the ideal replacement for the former Chelsea vice-captain. He could prove to be a major upgrade on Jorginho as well.
Arsenal need an upgrade on Jorginho
Arsenal have been fighting for major trophies consistently, and they want to win the Premier League title. They need top quality players at their disposal. The Gunners will need to get rid of players who are in the twilight stages of their careers and are in decline.
Jorginho has previously proven his quality in the Premier League, but he needs to move on now. He is no longer good enough to start for a club like Arsenal. It will be interesting to see if he can adapt to Brazilian football quickly and make an immediate impact for Flamengo.
There is no doubt that he has the technical attributes to do well for the South American outfit. His quality, experience, and leadership skills could prove to be vital for the Brazilian outfit as well. The 33-year-old Italian international could be an integral addition to the dressing room.
