Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Widely reportedMirror FootballUnverified source· 14 Aug 2026
Merino: Guimaraes makes Arsenal midfield best in world
Arsenal's new signing Bruno Guimaraes has teammate Mikel Merino claiming they now have the best midfield in football.
Bruno Guimarães
player
Player
Bruno Guimaraes
Position
Midfielder
From
Newcastle
Reported fee
£75million
What happened. Mikel Merino says Bruno Guimaraes' arrival gives Arsenal the best midfield in football, with the £75m signing adding quality to an already strong squad.
- Guimaraes helped Newcastle win the Carabao Cup in 2025.
- He joins Spain's World Cup-winning duo Merino and Zubimendi plus Declan Rice.
- Myles Lewis-Skelly, linked with a move, is also pushing for minutes.
“He has proved throu”
— Mikel Merino
Guimaraes' move strengthens Arsenal's title defence, with Merino praising the squad's depth.
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