Arsenal prepares second bid for Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes

Arsenal plans to make a second offer for Bruno Guimaraes after an initial bid was rejected by Newcastle. The Gunners previously tested the waters with a £55 million bid, which Newcastle firmly turned down, stating their captain is not for sale. Mikel Arteta views Guimaraes as a critical addition to strengthen the midfield. Newcastle, backed by Saudi ownership, is under no pressure to sell and reportedly seeks close to £100 million for the player, whose contract extends until 2028. Guimaraes has not expressed any desire to leave, complicating Arsenal's efforts.

• 11:40 AMYahoo Sports — Arsenal ready second bid for Newcastle’s prized midfielder