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Aug272018 by JBNo Comments

Jorginho sets incredible Chelsea record against Newcastle

Premier League

Summer signing Jorginho set a new Chelsea record for passes in a single Premier League match as the Blues edged their way past Newcastle on Sunday. Maurizio Sarri’s side took the lead from the penalty spot through Eden Hazard but were quickly pegged back by Joselu, though DeAndre Yedlin own goal late on was enough to secure all three points for the visitors. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); That makes it three wins out of three for Chelsea under their new head coach, and his eye-catching style is already starting to take seed. Sarri took Jorginho with him from Napoli in a £52million deal and the Italy international has quickly become important to his side’s midfield control. Jorginho completed 86 passes out of a possible 92 in the first half (93.5%), ...

Jul152018 by JBNo Comments

REVEALED: Napoli threatened Jorginho with ultimatum if he chose Man City

Transfer Info, Premier League

Napoli threatened Jorginho with an ultimatum in order to force the Italy international into joining Chelsea this week. The midfielder completed a £52million transfer to Stamford Bridge on Saturday in a deal that shocked City. Pep Guardiola was desperate to sign the Brazil-born midfielder and City believed he was on his way to the Etihad before he joined Chelsea. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Chelsea’s appointment of Maurizio Sarri made the way for Jorginho to join him at Stamford Bridge and City were angry that they were kept in the dark. Jorginho was believed to be keen on moving to the Etihad but the Mirror report that the Italian was left with little option but to join the blues. Napoli are said to have threatened Jorginho that eithe...

Jul102018 by JBNo Comments

Jorginho’s mum drops huge hint he’s chosen Chelsea over City

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

Napoli star Jorginho’s mother has started following Chelsea on Instagram amid rumours the Italy international has chosen to snub Manchester City and move to Stamford Bridge. The midfielder is one of European football’s highest rated playmakers after another remarkable season in Naples, averaging more passes per game than any other player in Italy. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); He is seen as a priority signing by Pep Guardiola, who is keen to reinforce his midfield after the exit of Yaya Toure at the end of the season. However, Jorginho is also believed to be on the transfer list of Maurizio Sarri, with the former Napoli boss still waiting to complete a move to Chelsea. Italian newspaper Tuttosport claim Chelsea are preparing a £50m bid for the Ital...

May292018 by JBNo Comments

Jorginho’s agent breaks silence on ‘important’ Chelsea interest

Transfer Info, Premier League, Seria A

The agent of Napoli midfielder Jorginho says Chelsea are an ‘important and interesting club’ but says he’s not been in contact with the club. A host of European clubs are believed to be in the chase for Jorginho with Manchester City leading the race to sign the Italian midfielder. Pep Guardiola was blown away by the midfielder’s performance during City’s 3-2 win against Napoli in the Champions League last season and pulled out of a deal for Shakhtar Donestsk's Fred because of his display. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); However, Joao Santos says there’s been no progress on City’s deal and hinted about Chelsea. ‘Today’s offer [from City]? You have to ask Guintoli [Napoli director],’ Santos told Calcio Napoli. ‘I’m not negotiation so I cannot say an...

Apr242018 by JBNo Comments

Manchester City close to the signing of Jorginho

Premier League, Transfer Info

Manchester City have moved into major position over a possible £50million signing of Napoli midfielder Jorginho. Liverpool had been considered favourites for the Italy international who has impressed this campaign in Napoli's midfield. However, City have held productive talks with his representative Joao Santos over two meetings in recent weeks and hope to have convinced the Italian of a move to the Etihad. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Napoli have offered the 26-year-old a new contract while Manchester United are also interested in the Brazilian-born playmaker, who moved to Italy at the age of 17 and has five international caps. City made a bid for Shakhtar Dontesk's Fred in January and he was keen to join but United's willingness to outbid them f...