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      Arsenal fans just realised Jorginho will be only their second ever Italian outfield player… can you name the first?

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      JORGINHO has joined Arsenal on deadline day – and become only the club’s second outfield Italian signing. Despite Italy producing several world-class stars, very few have ever played for the Gunners.
      Jorginho has swapped 10th-place Chelsea for league leaders ArsenalCredit: Getty
      Only one Italian has ever played outfield for the club before – and it make take even die-hard fans a few minutes to recall who.
      Arturo Lupoli is the only Italian to have worn an Arsenal shirt previously outside of goalkeepers.
      The striker made a handful of first-team appearances for the club in the 2005/06 season after emerging from Arsenal’s youth side.
      Lupoli joined their academy in 2003 from Parma’s Under-17s and proved to be a prolific goal-scorer.
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      He netted 45 goals in 23 academy games and impressed coaches with his form.
      While he could not replicate that level in the first-team and failed to nail down a first-team place, Lupoli did score a brace in the League Cup against Everton.
      The forward would go on to have loan spells at Derby, Norwich and Sheffield United before spending most of the remainder of his career in the Italian lower leagues.
      Arsenal have actually had more Italian goalkeepers than outfield players in the history of their club.
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      Lupoli played alongside Arsenal legend Thierry Henry during his few Arsenal appearancesCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
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      The likes of Vito Mannone and Emiliano Viviano have previously stood in between the sticks for the London club but were never regulars.
      Jorginho will be hoping to make a bigger impact with Arsenal once his move is confirmed.
      The midfielder has been at Chelsea since 2018 but is now set for a London switch after Brighton managed to cling onto Moises Caicedo.
      Jorginho, 31, will now be hoping to land the Premier League trophy with table-toppers Arsenal, something which eluded him at Stamford Bridge.
      But he did win the Europa League in 2019 and Champions League in 2021. More

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      Watch Chelsea star Marc Cucurella’s brilliant reaction after being told Jorginho had completed £12m transfer to Arsenal

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      MARC CUCURELLA was shocked to learn Jorginho had completed his transfer from Chelsea to Arsenal.The defender found out during an interview and could barely believe the news.

      Marc Cucurella was shocked to learn of Jorginho’s transferCredit: Goal
      A leaked image of Jorginho in an Arsenal shirt emerged on social mediaCredit: Twitter
      Jorginho’s transfer to Arsenal is set to be announcedCredit: Getty
      Cucurella was asked by Goal who he thought the most intelligent player in the Chelsea squad, and answered Jorginho.
      But as he was about to explain his reasoning he was interrupted and was shocked to discover there were photos of the Italian in a Gunners shirt.

      Cucurella said he was aware of the rumours after reading about a potential deal yesterday, and he began laughing in response when he realised Jorginho would no longer be his team-mate.
      The transfer is set to be officially announced with Jorginho completing a £12million move to The Emirates and signing an 18-month deal with the option of an extra year.
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      Jorginho was snapped grinning from ear-to-ear in an Arsenal shirt alongside his agent, Joao Santos.
      And his new squad number also appears to have been revealed.
      He was wearing Arsenal tracksuit bottoms in the picture sporting the No20, which is currently unoccupied.
      The Gunners moved for Jorginho as an alternative to number one target Moises Caicedo.
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      Arsenal had multiple offers for the midfielder rejected by Brighton, the latest worth around £75m.
      Mikel Arteta’s side could move back in for the Ecuadorian in the summer. More

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      Arsenal get one over Tottenham as Per Mertesacker poaches key member of staff from North London rivals

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      ARSENAL have snapped up Tottenham academy chief Chris Perkins.Perkins was working in the role of emerging talent manager at Spurs.
      Chris Perkins will work with Per Mertesacker in the Arsenal academyCredit: Getty
      He had previously worked as the head of the academies of Derby County and Everton.
      However he has now been poached by Tottenham’s fierce rivals Arsenal.
      Perkins will take up a role as the professional development phase scout in the Gunners academy.
      He will be working under former Arsenal defender and captain Per Mertesacker.
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      During his time at Derby, he was praised for his work that helped a number of young players make the leap to the first team.
      He was reportedly wanted by Everton, who had hoped to re-hire him but he decided on moving to Arsenal, according to the Evening Standard.
      Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal are attempting to bring in younger players and improve the academy.
      This means that the club could continue to use it as a source of players.
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      The academy has been able to produce talents such as first-team players Eddie Nketiah, Riess Nelson, and of course Bukayo Saka in recent years.
      It is believed that Perkins will start his role this week. More

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      Arsenal and Tottenham tipped to make last-gasp Allan Saint-Maximin transfer after Newcastle sign Anthony Gordon

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      ARSENAL and Tottenham should make a late bid for Newcastle forward Allan Saint-Maximin, according to former Premier League striker Louis Saha.Saint-Maximin, 25, has struggled for game time at St James’ Park so far this season.
      Allan Saint-Maximin has not started a Premier League game since AugustCredit: Getty
      He was plagued by injuries at the beginning of the campaign, suffering from hamstring and other muscular problems.
      But he has been fit since the end of October, with Eddie Howe still opting not to start him in a single Premier League game.
      He has not been named in a Newcastle XI in the league since the end of August.
      That is despite Saint-Maximin acting as the shining light for the Magpies last season.
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      The team appear to be thriving without him and even added to their forward line in the January transfer window through the acquisition of £45million man Anthony Gordon.
      And Gordon’s arrival is one Saha believes Arsenal and Tottenham should capitalise on by trying to sign the out-of-favour Saint-Maximin.
      Speaking to GGRecon, the former Man Utd, Spurs, Everton and Fulham forward said: “All young players should see how quick football goes.
      “It’s unbelievable because last season Saint-Maximin was unreal and nobody would have been thinking about the prospect of Newcastle selling him.
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      “He’s been unlucky this season with injuries, but he’s a top player and he could potentially find a move to one of the ‘big six’ clubs.
      “I could see Arsenal or Tottenham having a player of Saint-Maximin’s quality and style.”
      The Gunners have already added to their forward line this month through the signing of Leandro Trossard from Brighton for £27m.

      Spurs have also done business in attack, stealing Arnaut Danjuma from under Everton’s noses in a loan deal until the end of the season.
      But Saint-Maximin could still add something to both squads, with Arsenal going for the title and Tottenham looking to clinch a top-four spot.
      The Newcastle forward has contributed 13 goals and 19 assists in 109 games since arriving from Nice for £16.5m in 2019.
      Louis Saha has called on Arsenal and Tottenham to try and sign Saint-MaximinCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      Shock stats show Arsenal might have pulled off masterstroke with Jorginho transfer with midfielder BETTER than Caicedo

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      ARSENAL finally turned their back on Moises Caicedo and opted for a cut-price swoop for Jorginho instead – and it could prove a masterstroke.The Gunners saw bids of £60million and £70m rejected by Brighton as Caicedo, 21, failed to secure a move despite publicly begging to be sold.
      Jorginho has agreed a deal to join Arsenal on deadline dayCredit: Getty
      Thomas Partey could fight it out with Jorginho for a place in the Arsenal teamCredit: Getty
      And while Arsenal were reportedly lining up a third offer of £75m on deadline day, they have now agreed a deal with London rivals Chelsea to sign Jorginho, 31, for just £12m.
      He may not have been Mikel Arteta’s first choice, but the Italy international is a world-class operator who will push Granit Xhaka, 30, and Thomas Partey, 29, for a starting place.
      New stats have even revealed he could be a better option than both Partey and Caicedo.
      Since the start of the 2021-22 Premier League season, Jorginho has played seven games more than Partey and 21 more than Caicedo.
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      His penalty expertise has seen him register eight goals, more than his two counterparts have managed between them (Partey 4 and Caicedo 2).
      And the Italian also has two assists to his name – with neither Caicedo (2) or Partey (1) bettering that tally.
      But that’s only scratching the surface when it comes to Jorginho’s impressive numbers.
      Out of the three midfield maestros, he also completes the most passes per game, has the best pass completion rate and registers the most passes in the final third.
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      How Jorginho, Partey and Caicedo compare since the start of last season
      Moises Caicedo appears to have missed out on a move to Arsenal this monthCredit: Getty
      Jorginho dwarfs Partey and Caicedo when it comes to possessions won per game, while he also beats the Ghanaian when it comes to tackles and interceptions.
      In fact, there are only three statistical areas which show the ex-Chelsea man’s weaknesses.
      He comes up short in distance carried – an area which Partey beats him by an average of 14 metres.
      Jorginho, who is a decade older than Caicedo, is dribbled past more than the pair, and his duel success is also the lowest.
      But overall the figures are overwhelmingly in favour of the Euro 2020 winner.
      And his price tag also means Arsenal have saved themselves a large sum of money – particularly given Brighton were asking for £80m for Caicedo.
      Jorginho could make his debut for the Gunners away at Everton on Sunday.
      If he is not ready in time, his first game will then come at home to Brentford on February 11. More

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      Crystal Palace in talks with Arsenal over Lokonga loan transfer as Vieira looks to borrow from former club

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      CRYSTAL PALACE have made a move for Arsenal ace Albert Sambi Lokonga as they look to secure a deadline day loan deal, according to reports.The Eagles have enjoyed a quiet January so far but could be set for a new midfielder to give the second half of their season a boost.
      Lokonga has struggled for first team opportunities at the EmiratesCredit: Getty
      Lokonga has had limited first-team opportunities so far at the Emirates and has faced criticism over his performances.
      But the Mail report Palace are interested in the 23-year-old.
      The club are now in discussions with their London rivals over a potential loan move.
      If a deal was to be done the two teams would have to thrash out an arrangement in the final hours of deadline day.
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      Arsenal’s ongoing efforts to bring in Jorginho could help free up the Belgian for the move to Selhurst Park.
      Mikel Arteta had been looking for reinforcements in midfield even before Mohamed Elneny’s injury earlier this month.
      Lokonga has been one the club’s rotation players since signing and played in all six of Arsenal’s Europa League group games this season.
      But the star has been limited to six Premier League appearances and has struggled in the cup competitions.
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      Lokonga was among the back-up Arsenal stars who failed to impress in the first-half against Oxford United in the FA Cup earlier this month.
      He also appeared to anger his captain Martin Odegaard during the defeat to Manchester City last week.
      The Gunners have reportedly knocked back a bid from Monaco for the midfielder already in this window. More

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      How Arsenal could line up with Jorginho in new formation after transfer from Chelsea – so which star will be dropped?

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      ARSENAL are preparing to welcome Jorginho into the fold as they continue their push for the Premier League title.The Gunners have reportedly agreed a £12million deal with Chelsea for the 31-year-old Italy international.
      Jorginho is set to become an Arsenal player on deadline dayCredit: Getty
      How Arsenal could line up with Jorginho in the team
      Granit Xhaka and Thomas Partey have formed a superb partnershipCredit: Reuters
      His arrival gives Mikel Arteta some much-needed depth in the middle of the park.
      Up to now, Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka had very little behind them in terms of back-up.
      But Jorginho coming to the Emirates will provide some serious competition for places.
      And Arsenal fans will already be speculating about who could make way for the former Napoli man if he was to force himself into the starting XI.
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      Arteta has consistently played a 4-3-3 formation throughout the campaign so far.
      But Jorginho could switch things up a little, with the Arsenal boss potentially moving to more of a 4-2-3-1.
      And getting the Italian into the team would mean one of Xhaka or Partey dropping out.
      It is more likely to be Xhaka given Partey has become arguably Arsenal’s most important player.
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      That would be harsh on the Swiss midfielder given his superb form this season, but it would give Arteta a strong option off the bench.
      And he can afford to tinker with the side given the rest of his XI is so stable.
      A back five of Aaron Ramsdale, Ben White, Gabriel, William Saliba and Oleksandr Zinchenko is not expected to be broken up any time soon..
      And the front four of Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli and Eddie Nketiah have been superb ever since Gabriel Jesus’ injury.
      Arsenal sit five points ahead of Man City with a game in hand.

      Next up for the league leaders is a trip to Everton – who will be hoping the arrival of Sean Dyche gives them a new lease of life.
      Arsenal then host Brentford, before a mouth-watering clash with title rivals Man City at the Emirates on February 15. More

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      Arsenal confident they will bag £75m Brighton star Caicedo.. but STILL plan to make move for West Ham’s Rice in summer

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      ARSENAL are still hoping to land a last-gasp deal for Moises Caicedo ahead of the transfer deadline.But whatever happens with the Brighton midfielder will not affect Arsenal’s plans to sign West Ham captain Declan Rice this summer.
      Arsenal are pushing to sign £75m Moises Caicedo from BrightonCredit: Getty
      That move will not put them off launching a swoop for Declan Rice in the summerCredit: Getty
      The Premier League leaders have been given the green light by owner Stan Kroenke to get the Caicedo deal over the line.
      That is even if it means paying a club-record fee.
      They have already had two bids rejected by Brighton owner Tony Bloom, who maintains that the 21-year-old Ecuador international is not for sale at any price.
      But they are ready to make one last bid to persuade the Seagulls to cash in and are willing to go as high as £75million.
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      Arsenal’s refusal to take ‘no’ for an answer suggests talks could go to the wire tonight after Caceido submitted an official transfer request at the weekend.
      The Gunners noted that Brighton have just signed a potential replacement after agreeing a £5.25m deal for the Swedish Under-21 star Yasin Ayani from AIK Solna.
      They also believe Seagulls boss Roberto De Zerbi is coming around to the idea of selling Caicedo after he said: “I’d like it if he can finish the season with us but we are ready to go forward without him.”
      Brighton are sixth in the Premier League and through to the FA Cup fifth round.
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      Caicedo is seen as a key figure to their hopes of qualifying for Europe for the first time in their history.
      He has been told to stay away until the window has closed.
      However, De Zerbi is happy to accommodate the player’s return to the team despite the club’s unhappiness with his behaviour. More