July 31st 2024.
Jorginho and Riccardo Calafiori, two teammates from the Italian national team, have now reunited at Arsenal. In an exciting transfer deal, Calafiori has just completed his move from Bologna to the Emirates for a whopping £42 million, becoming Mikel Arteta's top target for the summer.
As the Gunners embark on their pre-season tour of the USA, Calafiori will be greeted by a familiar face: Jorginho. The two had played together at Euro 2024, where Calafiori's impressive performances caught the attention of both Arsenal and their rivals, Chelsea. But it was Jorginho who played a crucial role in convincing the 22-year-old to choose north London over west London.
Despite not knowing each other very well before the tournament, Jorginho was impressed by Calafiori's qualities and saw potential in him. He sent him messages and spoke to him during their time together, urging him to take the opportunity to elevate his game and grow as a player at Arsenal.
"It's nice to have a brother here," Jorginho says with a smile. "We always try to help each other out, and we'll do the same for him to make sure he feels at home right away."
Jorginho is confident that Calafiori's arrival will be a great addition to the team. He describes his new teammate as a young, professional, and humble player who is hungry to learn and improve. And with Jorginho's guidance and support, he believes that Calafiori will thrive at Arsenal.
"I think it's going to be a good connection," Jorginho says. "He has a lot to add and grow and learn, and I'm excited to see what we can achieve together."
Calafiori may have the chance to make his debut in an Arsenal shirt tonight against Liverpool in Philadelphia. And with more friendlies lined up against Bayer Leverkusen and Lyon, he will have plenty of opportunities to showcase his skills before the Gunners' official season opener against Wolves on August 17.
It's safe to say that Jorginho and Calafiori's reunion at Arsenal is a dream come true for both players. And with their shared experience and passion for the game, they are determined to help the team achieve big things in the upcoming season.
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