Arsenal will not consider any offer for Jorginho, talkSPORT understands.
Super Lig side Galatasaray are reportedly interested in the midfielder ahead of the Turkish transfer window closing on Friday, September 13.
Although the Premier League transfer window closed on August 30, some leagues outside of England are still working to complete crucial new signings before their respective deadlines.
And for Galatasaraywho had been eyeing other midfield options including Casemiro and Scott McTominay throughout the summer, it appears the focus is now shifting to Jorginho.
However, it is understood that Arsenal They are not open to letting the 32-year-old go.
Jorginho has been a key piece Mikel ArtetaThe project is at the club and will likely continue to play an important role as the season progresses.
Not to mention, he recently signed a new short-term contract extension with Arsenal in May 2024, having signed with the club in 2023.
Despite fans initially being unsure about his arrival in North London, he has since become a stalwart at the club.
He has made 52 appearances in all competitions and has won the favour of many Arsenal fans along the way.
Speaking after signing the new deal, Arteta explained what he values so much about the former Chelsea star.
“We are delighted that Jorgi has signed a new contract with us,” he explained.
“Jorgi is a very important part of our team, a role model with great leadership skills and a unique style of play that makes everyone around him better on the pitch.”
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His enthusiasm was shared by Jorginho himself, who admitted that the decision to stay at the club had been just as easy for him.
“To be honest, there wasn't much to discuss,” he said. “Because I feel very good here. Just knowing that they appreciate me and want me to stay longer is very important to me. I feel like I have more things to do, that's why I'm staying.”
“That means a lot. And it's one more reason to sign the contract because I feel that I can and want to give them more, because they have given me a lot of love and support. The only thing I want is to return the love.”
“I try to give as much of myself as I can to everyone around me. Sometimes that can be a hug, sometimes it can be words, sometimes it can be showing them something.
“I just try to help as much as I can in any situation. I feel like everyone here can count on me. I'll always be there for them.”
