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Apr232021 by JB1 Comment

Jorginho criticises Frank Lampard for taking Chelsea job

Premier League

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho has told ESPN Brasil that Frank Lampard "wasn't ready" for the managerial job at Stamford Bridge because he "skipped a few steps." Lampard took charge at Chelsea in 2019 to replace Maurizio Sarri and led the club to a top four finish and an FA Cup final during his debut seasonn. It was viewed as a successful campaign after the club lost Eden Hazard to Real Madrid and could not sign players due to a FIFA transfer ban. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Chelsea spent £220m last summer but Lampard failed to get the best out of the new signings Timo Werner and Kai Havertz, which resulted in his sacking in January. Jorginho played the full 90 minutes only on four occasions under Lampard this campaign and said the club's all-time record...

Mar212021 by JBNo Comments

Jorginho aims dig at Lampard’s long-ball football & hails Tuchel’s changes

Premier League

Jorginho has aimed a dig at the long-ball tactics of Frank Lampard, with the midfielder claiming to be thriving as a result of Tuchel deploying a playing style that is better suited to his game. The blues were far from being direct under the reign of Lampard, but they were prepared to go from back to front when required. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jorginho was unable to influence proceedings as much as he would have liked in the team, but has taken on a key role with Tuchel now in charge of Chelsea. Jorginho told Chelsea’s official website: “The coach wants us having control of the game, playing from behind, even when the pressure comes. “So, for me, it’s a good way to play football that I like and enjoy, and I think it’s better for my characteris...

Nov212020 by JBNo Comments

Arteta wanted Arsenal to sign Chelsea star after landing Thomas Partey

Premier League

Mikel Arteta is a huge admirer of Jorginho and wanted the gunners to sign the Chelsea star along with the signing of Thomas Partey, according to reports. The Arsenal manager was keen to bolster his midfield in the summer transfer window and the London side managed to complete a £45 million deal to sign Partey from Atletico Madrid. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Arsenal were also interested in Houssem Aouar but were unable to reach an agreement with Lyon for the 22-year-old. Jorginho was also linked with a transfer move to Arsenal in the closing stages of the last transfer window as an alternative to Houssem Aouar. However, Jorginho was not seen as a back-up option to Aouar and the Italian midfielder was the subject of huge interest from Arsenal, accor...

Nov52020 by JBNo Comments

Lampard reveals Jorginho reaction to Werner becoming Chelsea’s penalty-taker

Premier League

Frank Lampard hailed the response from Jorginho as Timo Werner took the role as Chelsea’s penalty-taker and scored a brace from the spot in the Champions League victory over Rennes on Wednesday. The Blues comfortably beat the French club 3-0, thanks to the two penalties from Timo Werner and a fine goal from Tammy Abraham. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Jorginho has been Chelsea's penalty-taker since arriving in 2018 but after two recent misses from the spot, Lampard has now handed responsibility to Werner. The Chelsea manager said it was a seamless process to switch takers and praised the Italian midfielder for being so respectful about it. ‘Not an easy decision because Jorginho has been pretty faultless for us. It’s hard from me,’ said Lampard. ‘He’s...

Sep242020 by JBNo Comments

Arsenal to make shock move for Chelsea star Jorginho

Premier League

Arsenal are interested in signing Jorginho from League rivals Chelsea, while Atletico Madrid are confident of getting a loan deal done for Lucas Torreira. Jorginho is one of a number of midfielders Arsenal are keen on, with Thomas Partey and Lyon's Houssem Aouar also on the club's radar. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was assistant to Pep Guardiola when Manchester City were close to signing Jorginho from Italian side Napoli in 2018. However, the midfielder appears to be part of Frank Lampard's plans at Stamford Bridge, and has captained the blues in both of their Premier League matches so far this campaign. While the gunners continue to search for a new midfielder, it looks as though they will be without Torreira this se...

Aug72020 by JBNo Comments

Jorginho’s agent hints at Juventus move which will fund Chelsea’s bid for Declan Rice

Premier League, Transfer Info

Jorginho’s agent has left the door open for the player to join Juventus in a move that could fund a Chelsea bid for West Ham star Declan Rice. Chelsea are unlikely to stand in his way if Juventus make a good offer for Jorginho this summer, given his limited playing time since the Project restart. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Frank Lampard wants to bring Rice back to Stamford Bridge, but West Ham United want at least £65million. Rice is also believed to be interested in a Chelsea return, although he is unlikely to make any attempt to force his way out of the club. That means the blues will need to make a huge bid to convince the Hammers to sell Rice and cashing in on Jorginho would help achieve that. Asked about Sarri’s interest in signing Jorginh...

Jul82020 by JBNo Comments

Neville says Frank Lampard has already decided to sell Jorginho

Premier League

Manchester United legend Gary Neville believes Chelsea boss Frank Lampard has already decided to sell Jorginho this summer window. The Italian midfielder, who former Chelsea manager Maurizio Sarri signed for £50million in the summer of 2018, has not played for the club since the Premier League returned last month. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); With N’Golo Kante ruled out of Chelsea’s game against Crystal Palace on Tuesday with an injury, Jorginho was expected to start the game and given an opportunity to impress and revive his career with the blues. But Frank Lampard instead chose to start Billy Gilmour over the midfielder, with Neville believing it was evidence that the Chelsea coach is ready to sell Jorginho. But the 28-year-old did make a brief ca...

Jul52020 by JBNo Comments

Lampard gives N’Golo Kante injury update & responds to Jorginho absence

Premier League

N'Golo Kante is a huge doubt for Chelsea's match against Crystal Palace on Tuesday night after suffering a hamstring injury in their 3-0 victory over Watford. Chelsea won the game comfortably with goals from Olivier Giroud, Willian and Ross Barkley at the Bridge but their victory was marred by an injury to Kante, who had to be taken off with 12 minutes still left to play. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); "N'golo has got a small hamstring (injury) which we'll have to scan tomorrow (Sunday) and see how bad it is," said Chelsea manager Lampard. "We hope it's small, that's what I've been told so far. After the scan we'll know but I'm guessing it'll be a problem for Palace on Tuesday." Chelsea's game against Crystal Palace is their first of three Premier L...

May242020 by JBNo Comments

‘If an important team calls, why not?’ – Jorginho’s agent hints at Juventus transfer

Premier League, Seria A

Chelsea midfielder Jorginho would be open to a transfer move to Juventus this summer, his agent has revealed. The former Napoli player followed Maurizio Sarri to Stamford Bridge in the summer of 2018. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Speculation has since linked him with a move back to Italy, where he could join Sarri for a third time, and the agent of the Italian has done little to downplay the prospect of a deal. Speaking to Tuttosport, Joao Santos said: “I don’t know if Juve want Jorginho, who still has a three-year contract at Chelsea. We’ll see. Chelsea handed boost in pursuit of Icardi as Inter bid rejected Courtois: I had Madrid talks with Eden Hazard at Chelsea “He’s a professional, so if an important team gives him a call, well, why not...

May202020 by JBNo Comments

Jorginho’s agent responds to Chelsea exit

Premier League

Jorginho’s agent claims the midfielder is happy at Chelsea and claims Seria A giants Juventus have not made an approach. The Italy international has been an important part of Frank Lampard’s midfield this campaign with 37 matches in all competitions. Maurizio Sarri, who was instrumental in bringing Jorginho to Chelsea in a £57 million deal in 2018 from Napoli, is keen to be reunited with the player at Juventus. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Earlier this month, reports claimed the Italian club are willing to offer Miralem Pjanic as part of their deal to sign the Chelsea midfielder. Wanyama: Players didn’t want to pass to Sadio Mane Roberto Carlos reveals why Chelsea move collapsed after Abramovich meeting (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygo...