Jorginho admits he was planning to join Man City before Chelsea switch

Back in 2018, City were deep in talks with Jorginho and were widely expected to bring the Italian in, only for Chelsea to win the race for his signature and bring him over from Napoli alongside manager Maurizio Sarri.

Jorginho was often billed as Sarri's favourite son during a tricky debut season at the Bridge, but speaking to L'Equipe, the midfielder confessed that a reunion with Sarri almost put him off joining Chelsea in the first place.

"I had been working with Sarri for three years, so when he wanted me at Chelsea, I didn't really want to go," he said. "I had started discussions with Manchester City and I could see myself there already.

"But hey, Chelsea insisted, and I'm very happy here today, especially after such an incredible 2021. It was absolutely surreal. I couldn't even dream of it."