Jorginho explains why he decided he had to leave Arsenal

TL;DR

Jorginho left Arsenal at the end of last season to join Flamengo, seeking more regular playing time. His role at Arsenal had diminished, making him a squad option rather than a starter.

Key points

Jorginho left Arsenal at the end of last season
He joined Flamengo in Brazil's top flight
His role at Arsenal had diminished to a squad option

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Jorginho explains why he decided he had to leave Arsenal

Jorginho left Arsenal at the end of last season and is now enjoying regular playing time with Flamengo in Brazil’s top flight, something that had become increasingly rare during his final period at the Emirates. The midfielder has quickly found a more prominent role since making the move.

Before departing north London, he had largely become a squad option at Arsenal. He was often used when other midfielders were unavailable, rested or when rotation was required, rather than being selected consistently in the starting lineup.

Limited Role At Arsenal

In the biggest matches, Mikel Arteta frequently looked elsewhere despite Jorginho’s vast experience at the highest level. The Italian international had previously featured for Napoli and Chelsea before joining Arsenal, bringing pedigree and composure to the squad.

Whenever called upon, Jorginho often delivered dependable performances for the Gunners. His calmness in possession and tactical intelligence were regularly evident, yet it still was not enough to secure sustained minutes in a highly competitive midfield.

As Arsenal evolved with younger and more dynamic options, his opportunities became increasingly restricted. While still valuable in certain situations, he was no longer central to the manager’s plans every week.