Arsenal ‘interested in a shock move for Chelsea star Jorginho’ as Gunners follow Aouar and Partey

Arsenal are showing interest in Chelsea midfielder Jorginho as he continues his search for reinforcements in the midfield.

The Gunners had identified Lyon’s Houssem Aouar and Atlético de Madrid’s Thomas Partey as their main targets for the summer window, but have yet to make any kind of breakthrough with either one.

However, Jorginho has now become a target for coach Mikel Arteta, according to Sky Sports.

Arsenal show interest in Chelsea midfielder Jorginho in his search for midfielders

Gunners need midfielders with Lucas Torreira and Matteo Guendzouzi offside

The Arsenal manager was part of Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City setup when they wanted to sign the Italian from Napoli in 2018.

However, Jorginho chose to follow his coach Maurizio Sarri to Chelsea instead and remains in his midfield options under Frank Lampard.

The 28-year-old has started both Premier League games this season with Chelsea, but has stiff competition for places with N’Golo Kante, Matteo Kovacic and Billy Gilmour, all of whom specialize in the deeper role. too.

Lyon’s Houssem Aouar has been a target for Arsenal during the window with no breakthrough

The Gunners have also been admirers during the long season of Atlético de Madrid midfielder Thomas Partey

Arteta was part of Manchester City’s set-up when he almost signed Jorginho in 2018

Arsenal’s current midfield options are slightly less strong than their London rivals, with players like Lucas Torreira and Matteo Guendouzi falling out of favor under Arteta’s reign.

The Chelsea No.5 joined from the Serie A squad in the summer of 2018 for £ 50 million, plus a potential £ 7 million in add-ons.

He has made 100 appearances for Chelsea, scoring 10 goals as designated penalty kick takers.