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Arsenal agrees to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle for £75m

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 10:31 AM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Arsenal agrees to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle for £75m

Summary

Arsenal has reached an agreement to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle for £75 million. The 28-year-old midfielder expressed his desire to join Arsenal earlier this summer, leading to swift negotiations between the clubs. Guimaraes has been a key figure for Newcastle, helping the team secure its first domestic silverware in 70 years at the Carabao Cup final last season. His addition aims to enhance Arsenal's midfield competition as the club prepares to defend its Premier League title. Guimaraes is expected to play a versatile role among Arsenal's midfield options, complementing the existing players.

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By the Numbers

•Guimaraes won more duels than any Premier League player since 2020.
•He scored nine Premier League goals last season with Newcastle.
•Guimaraes can play as a No 6 or No 8 in Arsenal's midfield.
•His move follows several challenges for Newcastle, including managerial changes.
•Mikel Arteta emphasizes internal competition to maintain title-winning intensity.

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10:31 AMYahoo Sports — Why Arsenal had to sign Bruno Guimaraes – and how he fits into Mikel Arteta’s midfield

What they're saying

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The Brazilian is the king of midfield ‘duels’ – one of Mikel Arteta’s favourite buzzwords – but also brings his range of passing to increase the competition for places at the Premier League champions
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