Bruno guimaraes set for arsenal move after newcastle accepts revised bid
Arsenal have struck a deal with Newcastle United for the transfer of Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, following a revised offer of €90 million plus performance-related bonuses. The 28-year-old international has agreed personal terms on a long-term contract lasting until 2031 and has requested a delay to his pre-season travel plans to finalise the much-anticipated move to North London.
Arsenal’s revised bid secures breakthrough
Initial proposals of €70 million and €80 million from Arsenal were both rejected before the Gunners significantly increased their offer to €90 million, inclusive of performance bonuses. Guimaraes, a key figure in Newcastle’s midfield, has been vocal about his desire to join Arsenal for over a month, eager to play under manager Mikel Arteta and compete in the Champions League.
The player’s delayed pre-season reflects transfer urgency
Guimaraes has requested a postponement of his pre-season trip to La Manga with Newcastle, according to close sources. While the club maintains flexibility in its scheduling following the World Cup, the Brazilian’s travel plans have been adjusted to prioritise the completion of this high-profile transfer. His ambition to secure Champions League football—something Newcastle failed to achieve this season—has driven his decision to pursue a move.
Newcastle enters rebuilding phase amid major departures
The imminent exit of Guimaraes adds to Newcastle’s summer of upheaval, marked by unprecedented squad changes. The club has already completed high-profile transfers, including Sandro Tonali’s move to Tottenham Hotspur and Anthony Gordon’s transfer to Barcelona. Former manager Eddie Howe’s resignation further underscores the turbulence within the team.
Newcastle has moved to replace Guimaraes by signing Aladji Bamba from Monaco earlier this summer. Meanwhile, his former club, Lyon, stands to benefit significantly from the deal, with a 20% sell-on clause expected to generate over €8 million for the French side based on the final transfer fee.
Final hurdles before Arsenal’s new star takes the field
With contract details and agent commissions nearing finalisation, Arsenal anticipate concluding the transfer in the coming days. Guimaraes will undergo a medical examination before officially joining the Emirates Stadium set-up, marking a pivotal moment in the Premier League’s summer transfer window.
