July 17th 2023.
Jorginho has revealed he played a role in his former Chelsea teammate Kai Havertz joining Arsenal last month in a deal worth £65m.
The Italian was quick to call Havertz when he first heard about the transfer rumours and encouraged him to make the move.
Jorginho, who spent five years at Chelsea before joining Arsenal in January, said: "When I heard there was a possibility, I called him straightaway. I said 'is this true?' He said 'yeah, it's possible'. I was like, 'you need to come!'
He added: "I just wanted the best for everyone. Everyone wins. He wins because it's a good project for him and it's going to be amazing for the club and the team as well. So it was a win-win."
Havertz has signed a five-year contract at the Emirates Stadium and strengthens an Arsenal team that finished second in the Premier League last season and secured a return to the Champions League.
Declan Rice, who became Arsenal's record signing when he completed a £105m move from West Ham last week, is another addition to Mikel Arteta's side.
Rice said: "In football, amazing opportunities arise. Big clubs, like Arsenal, have come for me and it's really hard to turn down. You only ever get one career and I really believe in what Mikel is building here and the squad he's building. I'm really looking forward to the future with Arsenal."
He added: "I know the fans really want [the Premier League title]. For me as a player, I've come here really hungry to have more success and to spend my best years at this great club. I know he [Arteta] is going to get the best out of me. I know I've got more levels to go up in my game, and I feel like he's the manager to take me to those next levels. I am really excited to be working with him."
Jorginho is pleased that Havertz is part of the Arsenal project as he believes it will benefit both the club and the player. It's certainly an exciting time for the Gunners, and they will be keen to build on their success from last season.
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