Transfer Rumour Unconfirmed · Early speculationSky SportsUnverified source· 8 Aug 2026
Arsenal sign Bruno Guimaraes for £75m
Arsenal have landed Newcastle's captain and midfield engine room for a hefty fee.
Bruno Guimarães
player
Player
Bruno Guimaraes
Position
Midfielder
From
Newcastle
To
Arsenal
Fee
£75m
What happened. Arsenal have completed the £75m signing of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle, with the Brazil international joining after telling the club he wanted the move.
- Guimaraes can play as a deep-lying midfielder or a more advanced No 8.
- He prefers the No 8 role but is flexible and team-first.
- Sporting director Andrea Berta says he adds competition and versatility.
“I prefer to play at No 8, but I think my role here, at No 6, is exactly what the team needs.”
— Bruno Guimaraes
Guimaraes will compete with Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard and others for a midfield spot.
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