The Premier League has delivered its annual marquee intra-league switch that has become a familiar trend among top clubs
Reigning champions Arsenal have landed Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, ending their long-standing pursuit of the midfielder.
The Gunners have paid £75 million in fixed fees for the 28-year-old Brazil international.
Guimaraes has signed a four-year deal with the Gunners, with an option to extend by an additional year.
Mikel Arteta has finally landed his man, having coveted Guimaraes since his days at Lyon.
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The Gunners had to navigate a tough negotiation with Newcastle United, who made it clear that they were unwilling to lose their captain cheaply.
Negotiations stretched for weeks before a £75m fee was agreed upon for the midfielder, who was in the final year of his contract at St. James' Park.
He has since undergone a medical and been unveiled in his preferred No. 39 shirt.
Why Bruno Guimaraes Chose to Leave Newcastle
Bruno Guimaraes has been at Newcastle United since 2021, appearing 195 times for the club across all competitions.
The Brazilian captained the Magpies to win the Carabao Cup in 2025, tthe highlight of his time in England.
Having played in every competition for Newcastle, the midfielder decided that it was time for him to move on to a new challenge.
He informed club sporting director Ross Wilson of his desire to move to a new team once the interest from Arsenal became apparent.
Guimaraes was very cooperative with the club and even joined the rest of the squad at La Manga, Spain, for their pre-season training.
His emotional request to the club and professional behaviour throughout the negotiations convinced the club to let him leave for Arsenal.
How Guimaraes Strengthens Arsenal’s Title Defence
Arsenal have secured a significant coup in signing up Bruno Guimaraes this summer, as he elevates the quality of their squad.
The experienced midfielder brings a unique, world-class profile to the Gunners squad as they look to build on their success from the 2025-26 season.
Guimaraes is a fierce, press-resistant operator capable of playing as a deep-lying playmaker, ball-winner, or as a box-to-box midfielder.
He plays can play across all three midfield roles at a high level, making him a rare profile in European football.
Guimaraes ranks among Europe's most consistent duel winners and progressive passers.
Having him in the squad gives Mikel Arteta multiple possible midfield configurations throughout the season.
With Declan Rice, Martin Zubimendi, Martin Odegaard, Eberechi Eze, and Myles Lewis-Skelly making up the midfield alongside him, the Gunners have significant quality in depth to compete on multiple fronts.
