Jorginho was officially announced as an Arsenal player on Tuesday, joining the club from Chelsea - and there was a notable moment involving the Italian and Gunners defender Oleksandr Zinchenko in a behind-the-scenes video.
The Italian signed an 18-month contract, with the option of an additional year, to join the Gunners, ending his six-and-a-half year stint at Chelsea in the process. Jorginho was due to be out of contract at Stamford Bridge in the summer.
He joins an Arsenal side that are five points clear at the top of the Premier League, with a game in hand on second-placed Manchester City.
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Speaking after the signing was confirmed, the midfielder told the club's official website: "[Gunners boss Mikel Arteta] was a big influence, because I know that he tried a few times to get me before and it didn't happen due to other reasons, not because of my wishes. So of course, he had a big influence.
"I'm very excited for this new challenge, and I just can't wait to be on the pitch to be honest! Everything has happened so fast. I was a bit surprised, but I took the opportunity of this amazing challenge.
"It's an important shirt. It's an amazing club, a big one, and I'm really excited and happy to be here."
Jorginho behind-the-scenes video released
As is typical with new Arsenal signings, the club released a behind-the-scenes video of Jorginho's arrival at the Emirates Stadium to their digital channels.
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At one point in the video, the Italian meets Oleksandr Zinchenko for the first time as team-mates. Upon spotting the midfielder, Zinchenko quickly steps aside, before gesturing, with a smile, for Jorginho to walk through the door.
The pair then have a brief but jovial exchange before Jorginho moves on, proving the mutual respect that both players have for each other.
Another clip from the video shows Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard and star forward Bukayo Saka embracing Jorginho as they share their own words of welcome.
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The Athletic's David Ornstein claims that the signing of the ex-Chelsea star has gone down 'very well' among the Gunners squad, most of whom have played against the midfielder, and staff.
He tweeted: "Jorginho transfer from Chelsea to Arsenal has gone down very well among Arsenal squad and staff.
"Feeling is the midfielder brings technical ability, tactical understanding, experience level ideal for title bid. Chelsea happy with money [£12m fee] so all win."
Featured Image Credit: Arsenal Football ClubTopics: Arsenal, Premier League, Jorginho, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, Chelsea
