Arteta: Guimaraes can take Arsenal to next level

Arsenal's new £75m midfielder Bruno Guimaraes was unveiled to fans before a pre-season friendly.

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What happened. Arsenal officially announced the signing of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United for £75m, and he was introduced to fans before the 3-2 loss to Borussia Dortmund.

• Guimaraes, 28, was not in the matchday squad but may feature against Como on Wednesday.
• Arteta praised his energy and desire to create history at the club.
• Arsenal now have numerous midfield options, including Rice, Odegaard, and Zubimendi.

“We want to go to the next level and are very, very much convinced that we're going to need players with such a personality, desire and character.”

— Mikel Arteta

Arteta hinted Arsenal may not be done with summer transfers, as they aim to defend their Premier League title.

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