Arsenal are considering an improved offer for Bruno Guimaraes after Newcastle United rejected their initial £55m bid for the Brazil international. Mikel Arteta has prioritised signing a top-class midfielder this summer as Arsenal prepare to defend their Premier League title.
Arsenal's Midfield Search
The Gunners have been linked with several midfielders, including Sandro Tonali, Morgan Rogers and Mateus Fernandes. Guimaraes emerged as their latest target last week, with a verbal offer of around £55m being turned down by Newcastle, who insist the player is not for sale.
According to The Athletic, Arsenal are not put off and are weighing up an improved bid, potentially entering direct talks with their Premier League rivals. Personal terms are not expected to be an issue, suggesting Guimaraes is open to joining the champions.
Guimaraes' Newcastle Career
The 28-year-old has been a key figure for Newcastle since his £40m move from Lyon in 2022, making nearly 200 appearances. He has won the Carabao Cup and played in the Champions League at St James' Park. However, Newcastle's 12th-place finish last season, missing European competition, may fuel his desire for a move.
Former Newcastle winger John Barnes believes Guimaraes would be a "great signing" for Arsenal but will cost more than £55m. "£55m is a very low fee in my opinion," Barnes told Betfred. "If he moved, he’d be a great signing for Arsenal and a great disappointment for Newcastle. It would be a shame for him to leave, but it would be a great move for Arsenal."
Arsenal have also been linked with Newcastle's Sandro Tonali but are not currently pursuing the Italy international.
