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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