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.
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.
