Guimaraes joins Arsenal in £75m saga-ending deal

After weeks of denials and plane tracking, Arsenal finally land their long-admired Brazilian midfielder.

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What happened. Bruno Guimaraes has completed a £75 million transfer from Newcastle to Arsenal, ending a protracted saga that began in June.

• Arsenal sporting director Andrea Berta negotiated a relative bargain.
• Guimaraes had agreed personal terms last month and wanted the move.
• Newcastle initially wanted closer to £100 million but accepted £75 million.

Guimaraes is expected to strengthen Arsenal's midfield under Mikel Arteta, who was desperate to sign him.

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