Arsenal’s Jorginho also had interest from Saudi Arabia (Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images)

Report: Jorginho makes huge transfer decision as Flamengo continue transfer push

Originally posted on Caught Offside | By Jacque Talbot | Last updated Feb 23, 2025 11:27 AM ET

Jorginho’s future at Arsenal remains uncertain, with his contract set to expire in June, but it’s possible he may not leave for Flamengo after all.

The Brazilian Serie A club had been pushing to sign him before their nation’s transfer window closes on February 28, but it’s thought that the midfielder has decided to stay at the Emirates until the summer at least.

Jorginho’s role at Arsenal has significantly shrunk in recent times, with Mikel Arteta opting for Declan Rice and Thomas Partey in midfield. The Italy international has logged fewer than 500 minutes in the Premier League this season and is expected to leave when his contract expires at the end of the campaign.

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Earlier this week, Bolavip Brasil claimed the 33-year-old had turned down an offer from Qatar in favour of a move to the Rio-based club. Flamengo’s sporting director, Jose Boto, was even said to have scheduled a meeting with the player in March.

However, RTI Esporte now reports that despite having a verbal agreement with Flamengo, Jorginho is reconsidering the move due to pressure from his family.

His relatives reportedly believe he should remain in Europe, ideally making a return to Serie A rather than heading to Brazil. As a result, the Arsenal midfielder is rethinking about the Flamengo
deal, making a summer transfer increasingly unlikely.

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Flamengo defender Filipe Luís had been a key advocate for Jorginho’s arrival, and Boto had been actively working to finalize the move. However, with his family’s influence weighing heavily on the decision, the transfer now appears to be on hold.

Although Jorginho was born in Brazil and spent his early years there, he never played professional football in his homeland, having moved to Europe at 15.

Recent reports suggest Jorginho may reconsider his agreement with Flamengo and opt to stay in Europe instead. A return to Italy has also been rumoured for the former Chelsea and Napoli midfielder, though no specific clubs have been mentioned.

This article first appeared on Caught Offside and was syndicated with permission.

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