Arsenal close on Bruno Guimaraes as Norgaard nears Everton exit

Everton are poised to sign Christian Norgaard from Arsenal for around £7m, with a medical due next week, as Arsenal edge closer to a deal for Bruno Guimaraes.

Brit Brief 01/08/2026 15:19

Arsenal close on Bruno Guimaraes as Norgaard nears Everton exit — Arsenal close on Guimaraes as Norgaard nears Everton exit

Everton are poised to secure Christian Norgaard from Arsenal for approximately £7 million, with the midfielder due to complete a medical next week.

The expected departure signals optimism at Emirates Stadium that a deal for Bruno Guimaraes will be concluded. Arsenal have been actively pursuing moves for both the Newcastle United midfielder and Vinicius Jr.

Norgaard exit paves way for Guimaraes

Norgaard was rarely utilised by Mikel Arteta, and his exit frees up room in the squad for Guimaraes, a player in the same position. The transfer appears close to completion in the coming days.

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Multiple reports have claimed an understanding has been reached between Newcastle United and Arsenal over the Brazilian midfielder.

Arsenal's summer transfer activity

Arsenal have already let go of Leandro Trossard, Jakub Kiwior and Karl Hein this summer. Christos Tzolis and Illan Meslier have joined, while Piero Hincapie's loan has been made permanent.