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Jorginho to stay?! Arsenal could offer midfielder new contract as Flamengo struggle to agree free transfer

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<p>The Brazilian side <a href="https://www.goal.com/en/lists/jorginho-nears-arsenal-exit-as-talks-begin-with-flamengo-but-midfielder-needs-gunners-help-to-complete-free-transfer/bltf9dc4b11b65f6e06" target="_blank">recently opened negotiations with the 33-year-old</a>, but it has been reported they will only sign him if Arsenal release him from his contract, allowing for a free transfer.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p>However, talks between the Italy international and Flamengo have hit a snag, <a href="https://ge.globo.com/futebol/times/flamengo/noticia/2025/01/18/entenda-como-esta-a-negociacao-do-flamengo-para-contratar-jorginho.ghtml" target="_blank"><em>Globo</em></a> reports, with the defensive midfielder demanding too much in terms of salary. Meanwhile, Arsenal - who see him as a leader in the group - are hopeful of signing him to a one-year extension, which would keep him tied to the north London team until the summer of 2026.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>Jorginho, who was born in Brazil, has made just 10 Premier League appearances for Mikel Arteta's team this season, but is clearly seen as an important backup option as the Gunners look to challenge for the Premier League title.</p>

DID YOU KNOW?

<p>The ex-Napoli and Chelsea star was an unused substitute as the Gunners beat Tottenham in midweek, but he may feature against Aston Villa on Saturday despite the uncertainty around his future.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR JORGINHO?

Jorginho to stay?! Arsenal could offer midfielder new contract as Flamengo struggle to agree free transfer | Goal.com

Arsenal could convince Jorginho to sign a new contract despite the midfielder&apos;s talks with Flamengo over a January transfer.