Arsenal midfielder Jorginho is set to leave the Premier League and sign a three-year deal with Brazilian giants Flamengo, keeping him at the club until 2028. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano confirmed that the Italian international will join Flamengo as a free agent once his contract with Arsenal expires at the end of the season.

The agreement, which had been in the works since January, is now verbally in place, with all sides aligned. Romano revealed that Jorginho has given the green light to the move. Jorginho, 33, first arrived in England in 2018, joining Chelsea from Napoli. He spent five years at Stamford Bridge before making the move across London to Arsenal in 2023.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has made it clear—his players need to be ready to lay everything on the line if they want a shot at the Champions League final.

The Gunners face a tough test on Wednesday as they head to Paris to take on PSG in the second leg of their semi-final. They’re chasing a comeback after falling 1-0 in the first leg, with history on the line—a win would mark just their second ever Champions League final appearance.

Speaking to ESPN, Arteta couldn’t hide his emotions ahead of the big night at Parc des Princes.

“It’s excitement, it’s that feeling of goosebumps, just wanting the day to come,” he said. “We’re ready, we believe, and this is a rare chance—to play in a Champions League final. When you’re this close, you’ve got to be ready to give it everything.” In a major boost for the squad, Thomas Partey returns after missing the first leg through suspension.

Toni Kroos, the former Germany midfielder, has praised Barcelona’s Pedri as the best player in his position right now. Despite his history with Real Madrid, Kroos didn’t hesitate to compliment the Catalan star, highlighting Pedri’s ability to score goals, provide assists, and offer creative solutions on the field.

“Pedri is the best in his role at the moment,” Kroos said. “He’s a player you miss when he’s not playing, no matter who you’re up against. He doesn’t just score or assist—he gives you options.”

Kroos also shared some impressive stats about Pedri’s performances this season. In the Champions League, Pedri averages 52 successful dribbles per game, and in La Liga, that number jumps to 59, where he regularly beats 11 to 12 defenders each match. “That’s the toughest thing for a midfielder to do,” Kroos added. “He’s the best, and when he’s missing, you really feel it.”