Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has praised veteran midfielder Jorginho’s outstanding performance in the Premier League match against Liverpool at Anfield on February 4.
The Italy international impressed against Jurgen Klopp’s side and rewarded Arteta’s faith in him. Jorginho was named man of the match in Arsenal’s 3-1 win over Liverpool, with the midfielder playing a key role in the centre.
Mikel Arteta has praised Jorginho ahead of the Gunners’ match against West Ham United on Sunday, February 11. The Gunners boss praised Jorginho for making such an impact in such a big game despite not playing every week. Speaking to Sky Sports ahead of the game against West Ham, he told TBR Football: “I’m not surprised because he did that.
If you look at his career and his ability to make big plays and big moments, it’s really amazing. So we decided to bring it. It’s a great honor for him too. “Because even if you can’t play regularly, it’s good to go in and do it.” Arteta also mentioned that the former Chelsea midfielder is an important player for the Gunners due to his vast experience and leadership.
He added: “Of course, he is a very important player for us. I think he brings something special to the team. His leadership, his understanding of the game. “His ability to coach and understand what is needed in every moment of the game is a unique quality that is hard to find.”
Many people questioned Arsenal when they signed Jorginho from London rivals Chelsea for £12m in January 2023. The 32-year-old has not featured regularly for the Gunners but has impressed when he was called by the manager.
Jorgenho played 22 games in this competition, starting 11 of them. Arsenal plan to buy the La Liga winger and then Liverpool. Arsenal are interested in Athletic Club youngster Nico Williams, who is set to join Liverpool. According to The Mirror, the Gunners are eyeing Williams as a summer signing to bolster their options out wide.
Mikel Arteta’s side are looking for a player who can compete with Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli. Williams is believed to be up for grabs, while Wolverhampton Wanderers star Pedro Neto is seen as another option. Arsenal are understood to be ready to offload academy graduates Emile Smith Rowe and Eddie Nketiah in the summer.
They want to reinvest in a top quality young player like Williams. However, they will face stiff competition to sign the 21-year-old. Real Madrid, Liverpool and Aston Villa are also big fans of the Spaniard. The 21-year-old winger has scored five goals and provided 10 assists in 24 appearances for Athletic Club this season.
