Jorginho has sought to explain why he did not step aside and let Reece James take a penalty at Newcastle that could have allowed the Chelsea wing-back to complete a memorable hat-trick.
The Blues found inspiration from the flanks during a trip to St James’ Park, with their first two goals in a 3-0 victory coming from an unexpected source.
James netted an impressive brace to put Thomas Tuchel’s side in control against the Magpies, but offered no argument when an Italy international midfielder stepped up to convert from the spot nine minutes from the end.
Jorginho, who is Chelsea’s regular penalty taker, told the club’s official website on why he did not offer James the chance to claim a match ball: “He didn’t ask.
“That’s important to be clear that he didn’t ask for anything. He just came over to support me.
