Fabrizio Romano: Arsenal in Talks with Player After Jorginho’s Contract Extension
Arsenal are actively engaged in contract negotiations with a promising talent following Jorginho’s recent contract extension, as confirmed by renowned transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
On Thursday, Arsenal officially announced the contract extension of Jorginho, solidifying their midfield for the upcoming season.
The Italian midfielder has committed to a one-year extension, rejecting offers from Serie A clubs, as reported by The Guardian.
Arsenal has been proactive in securing their players’ futures, with key figures like Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Martinelli, William Saliba, Martin Odegaard, and Ben White signing long-term contracts recently.
Additionally, academy prospect Ethan Nwaneri signed his first professional contract earlier this year.
Chido Obi-Martin
The Gunners’ attention has now shifted to Chido Obi-Martin, a rising star in their academy ranks.
Romano revealed that Arsenal is in negotiations with Obi-Martin’s new representatives from Elite Project Group, indicating their keenness to secure the talented forward’s future at the club.
Born in 2007 in Glostrup, Denmark, Obi-Martin joined Arsenal in 2022 at the age of 14.
He has impressed with his prolific goal-scoring abilities, tallying 29 goals and two assists in just 17 appearances in the U18 Premier League.
Notably, he netted 10 goals in a single match for Arsenal’s U16s against Liverpool’s youth team.
Future Prospects
Obi-Martin’s performances have caught the attention of national teams, having represented both England and Denmark at youth levels.
Arsenal’s youth expert Jeorge Bird describes him as a tall, skillful forward and one of the most exciting prospects in the academy.
The Gunners are eager for Obi-Martin to commit his future to the club, recognizing his potential to be a generational talent.
As negotiations continue, Arsenal remains optimistic about securing the young forward’s services and continuing their tradition of nurturing top-tier talent.
This news underscores Arsenal’s commitment to building for the future while retaining key assets, showcasing their ambition and vision for success in the seasons ahead.
