Flamengo Agree Deal to Sign Jorginho on a Free Transfer from Arsenal

Flamengo has reportedly reached an agreement to sign Arsenal’s midfielder Jorginho on a free transfer, marking a significant move for both the player and the club. This arrangement has been in the works since January, and the final deal is set to see Jorginho join the Brazilian side on a contract running until 2028.

As Jorginho prepares to depart from Arsenal as a free agent, discussions surrounding Thomas Partey’s contract situation continue as he is still in talks over a new deal with the Gunners. The news from Venezuelan journalist Vene Casagrande indicates that Jorginho has accepted the contract terms offered by Flamengo, with a pre-contract agreement expected to be signed in the coming days.

While the contract will be valid for three years, there is a slight delay in its commencement. This delay is to allow Jorginho to enjoy his wedding and honeymoon next month, showcasing a thoughtful consideration for the player’s personal life amidst the transition. The strategy is to finalize the transfer before the Club World Cup, which kicks off on June 17th. To facilitate this, it will require the early termination of Jorginho’s contract with Arsenal, which is due to expire on June 30th.

Fabrizio Romano, a well-known football journalist, has confirmed that Jorginho is indeed on track to join Flamengo on a free transfer. This move has been anticipated since January, and the verbal agreement for the new deal, covering the duration until 2028, has already been given Jorginho’s consent. The focus now shifts to finalizing the necessary formalities to complete the transfer.

An important aspect of this transfer is the additional transfer window that has been established to assist teams involved in the Club World Cup. This window will open on June 1st and close on June 10th, allowing Jorginho to officially make his move to Flamengo during this period.

Currently, Jorginho is in the process of recovering from an injury—specifically, a punctured lung, as reported by BBC sources. His return timeline remains uncertain, but there is hope that he will be back in action before the conclusion of Arsenal’s season. This adds another layer of complexity to the transfer, as Flamengo will be keen to see Jorginho return to full fitness ahead of the high-stakes matches that lie ahead in the Club World Cup.