Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationFootball.LondonUnverified source· 13 Aug 2026
Arsenal eye Barcelona star as £85m target speaks out
With the transfer window closing, Arsenal chase a Barcelona star while an £85m-rated wonderkid breaks his silence.
Arsenal
team
Player
Bruno Guimaraes
From
Newcastle United
To
Arsenal
Fee
£75m
What happened. Arsenal are reportedly interested in a Barcelona star, while their £85m-rated target has commented on a potential move.
- Arsenal have signed Bruno Guimaraes for £75m as their fourth summer addition.
- William Saliba is out for an extended period, prompting defensive reinforcement search.
- Arsenal face Manchester City in the Community Shield on Sunday.
Arsenal have just over a week before their Premier League opener against Coventry City.
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