Soccer-Arsenal sign midfielder Jorginho from Chelsea

FILE PHOTO: Soccer Football - Premier League - Fulham v Chelsea - Craven Cottage, London, Britain - January 12, 2023 Chelsea's Jorginho looks dejected after the match REUTERS/David Klein

(Reuters) - Premier League leaders Arsenal have signed experienced Italian midfielder Jorginho from London rivals Chelsea on an 18-month contract, the club said on Tuesday.

Financial details of the transfer were not disclosed but British media reported the deal was worth 12 million pounds ($14.78 million).