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Arsenal push for Guimaraes, Newcastle firm on £100m fee

Overview

Bruno Guimarães continues to push for a move from Newcastle United to Arsenal. After Brazil’s exit from the 2026 World Cup, Arsenal confirmed that the midfielder has agreed personal terms on a five‑year contract to 2031, but a club‑to‑club deal still hinges on Newcastle’s valuation. Arsenal are reportedly preparing bids in a band from £60 million up to €90 million (around £77 million), while Newcastle have stated they would consider offers in the £75‑£90 million range. The club criticised Arsenal’s lack of direct contact as “flabbergasting”. Newcastle maintain that Guimarães remains under contract until 2029 and are not prepared to sell without a satisfactory fee. Newcastle, having recently sold key players such as Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali, face a financial short‑fall after missing Champions League qualification. Their ask of roughly £75‑£90 million reflects this pressure. Guimarães has reiterated his desire to leave for Arsenal, emphasizing footballing ambition over money. The latest reports say Arsenal are eyeing an £80 million offer within the £60‑£90 million window, while Newcastle have already dismissed a verbal bid below £60 million. No formal club‑to‑club talks have commenced, and Newcastle continue to demand a “high fee” before engaging. Arsenal’s third bid, still being refined, is expected to sit between £70 million and £90 million, a figure that could satisfy Newcastle’s valuation. The Gunners continue to monitor other midfield options, but Guimarães remains the primary target of their summer plan. Manchester United and Chelsea are observing the negotiations. In July 2026, Arsenal’s bids were reported between £55 million and £80 million, yet Newcastle have now raised their price tag to around £100 million, rejecting all offers and stressing the Brazilian’s importance to manager Eddie Howe. A disclosed conversation involving former co‑owner Amanda Staveley suggested Newcastle’s stance may be more rigid than earlier reports.

Timeline

  1. 4 days ago

    [SPORTS] 18 sources
    Bruno Guimaraes Transfer Saga: Arsenal vs Newcastle

    Arsenal chase Bruno Guimaraes with bids up to £80 m, but Newcastle demand £100 m and a Staveley‑related twist clouds the deal.

  2. 6 days ago

    [SPORTS] 34 sources
    Arsenal Pursues Bruno Guimarães Transfer from Newcastle

    Arsenal are preparing a £70‑80 million offer for Newcastle captain Bruno Guimarães, who has told the club he wants to join the Gunners, as negotiations intensify.

  3. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Arsenal focus on Bruno Guimaraes as top midfield signing target

    Former players Stefan Schwarz and Patrice Evra advise Arsenal to sign midfielders Bruno Guimaraes or Manu Kone to strengthen the squad ahead of the title defence.

  4. 11 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Arsenal and Newcastle spar over midfielder Bruno Guimarães

    Arsenal's £55 million bid for Brazil midfielder Bruno Guimarães was turned down by Newcastle, which plans to extend his contract after the World Cup unless a far‑higher offer arrives.

  5. 11 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Arsenal pursues Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes while eyeing goalkeeper Mathew Ryan

    Arsenal aim to sign Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes despite a rejected £55 m bid, while also linking former loanee Mathew Ryan as a possible replacement for Kepa Arrizabalaga.

  6. 12 days ago

    [SPORTS] 3 sources
    Bruno Guimarães shines at World Cup as Arsenal pursue transfer

    Bruno Guimarães logged four World Cup assists and drew Arsenal’s £65 m interest, though Newcastle claim he’s not for sale.

  7. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Arsenal offers €100 million for Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães

    Arsenal is set to make a €100 million offer for Newcastle’s Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães, aiming to strengthen its midfield ahead of the summer transfer window.

  8. 18 days ago

    [SPORTS] 5 sources
    Arsenal eyes €100m Bruno Guimarães deal as Atlético Madrid demands €500m for Julián Álvarez

    Arsenal plans a €100 m bid for Bruno Guimarães while Atlético Madrid insists on a €500 m price for Julián Álvarez, rejecting lower offers.

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