TransferThe GuardianUnverified source· 8 Aug 2026
Arsenal's £75m Bruno Guimarães deal: a set-piece masterstroke?
The Brazilian's knack for winning and converting free-kicks convinced Arsenal to splash £75m.
Bruno Guimarães
player
Player
Bruno Guimarães
Position
Midfielder
Fee
£75m
Record
Most expensive transfer for a midfielder aged 28+
What happened. Bruno Guimarães has completed a £75m move to Arsenal, setting a record for the most expensive transfer of a midfielder aged at least 28.
- Guimarães excels at winning free-kicks and creating goals from them.
- Previous record holder Zinedine Zidane moved 25 years ago.
- Arsenal see this as a signing for the present, not the future.
The deal signals Arsenal's intent to strengthen their set-piece prowess for immediate success.
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