Arsenal increases offer for Newcastle's Bruno Guimaraes ahead of deadline

Arsenal is intensifying its efforts to sign Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, with negotiations reportedly advancing. Arsenal has submitted an improved offer of £75 million, comprising £70 million guaranteed and £5 million in bonuses. Guimaraes is expected to return from his World Cup break on July 31, a date seen as critical for resolving his future. Despite interest in a move, Guimaraes has stated he will not force an exit from Newcastle. Newcastle continues to value Guimaraes close to £100 million, complicating potential negotiations.

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