Newcastle targets Victor Froholdt as Bruno Guimaraes nears Arsenal move
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 4:25 PM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
Newcastle United is actively pursuing FC Porto midfielder Victor Froholdt as uncertainty surrounds Bruno Guimaraes’ potential move to Arsenal. With Guimaraes likely to depart, Newcastle aims to secure Froholdt to bolster their midfield options. The Danish international, known for his box-to-box capabilities, is seen as an ideal fit. FC Porto, holding an 85 million euro release clause on Froholdt, will require significant negotiations. Newcastle has also considered alternatives like Hugo Larsson and Danilo in case of bidding competition.
- •Guimaraes is linked with a move to Arsenal.
- •Froholdt is Newcastle's primary target as a replacement.
- •Porto holds a strong negotiating position with a release clause.
- •Newcastle has monitored Froholdt's progress for over a year.
- •Other potential targets include Larsson and Danilo.
- 4:25 PMYahoo Sports — Newcastle back in the hunt for Victor Froholdt as Bruno Guimaraes’ move to Arsenal beckons
"Newcastle United and Arsenal have reignited their pursuit of FC Porto midfielder Victor Froholdt, according to Correio da Manha. Eddie Howe and Mikel Arteta are at St James’ Park and the Emirates St...
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