Arsenal has stepped up negotiations with Newcastle United to sign midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, with the transfer expected to surpass £75 million, according to reports from talkSPORT and TEAMtalk on July 28, 2026.
The 28-year-old Brazil international, who serves as Newcastle's club captain, has agreed to personal terms in principle with the North London club.
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However, the two Premier League sides remain divided on the formal transfer structure and overall valuation.
Arsenal sources indicate three verbal offers have been submitted, including proposals of £55 million and £65 million delivered through intermediaries.
Newcastle continues to maintain publicly that the midfielder is not for sale, though reports suggest an agreement north of £75 million is progressing verbally.
Guimaraes wants his future resolved before returning to Newcastle's pre-season training camp in Spain on July 31, following an extended break after the World Cup.
He does not plan to force a move or strike, intending to remain professional throughout negotiations.
Howe Addresses Speculation
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe commented on the ongoing speculation surrounding his captain's future after a 1-1 pre-season draw against Gateshead.
"I've spoken to Bruno before, during and after the World Cup. We have had some really good conversations.
He's just a fantastic person," Howe said.
Howe acknowledged that decisions regarding potential transfer movements rested outside his immediate control.
"I don't know what's going to happen with his future; that's for other people to speculate about. There's conversations I'm not part of," he added.
