Arsenal are on the verge of completing one of the biggest transfers of the summer to sign Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimarães in a deal worth around £80 million.
The Brazilian international is now believed to be closing in on a medical, with only the final details left before the transfer is officially confirmed by both parties.
Reports suggest the move will include an initial payment with additional performance-related bonuses, while Guimarães is expected to sign a long-term contract at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners have been searching for an experienced midfielder who can bring quality, leadership, and consistency to Mikel Arteta’s squad.
Guimarães has been one of the Premier League’s top midfielders since arriving at Newcastle, earning praise for his passing range, work rate, defensive ability, and leadership on the pitch.
His performances have attracted interest from several top European clubs, but Arsenal have moved quickly to put themselves in the strongest position to secure his signature.
The 28-year-old has played a key role for Newcastle over the past few seasons, helping the club compete in domestic and European competitions.
His ability to control the tempo of games, recover possession, and create chances has made him one of the most complete midfielders in England among others.
Arsenal believe his qualities can strengthen a squad aiming to challenge for the Premier League title and make another deep run in the UEFA Champions League.
According to recent reports from Ben Jacobs, he confirmed saying: “Arsenal finalising a deal for Bruno Guimarães, as revealed with Alex Crook on talkSPORT last week.
“Advanced talks have been ongoing for some time. Newcastle sources have insisted formal talks only started a day ago, but verbal discussions have been ongoing for weeks.
“Broad agreement in place, pending final details. All parties expect the deal to go through.
“Guimarães has already agreed terms.”
Arsenal have already agreed personal terms with the Brazilian, and the player is eager to complete the move. A medical is expected to take place soon once all paperwork between the two clubs is finalized.
Newcastle have reportedly begun preparing for life without their captain by exploring replacement options in the transfer market, a sign that the deal is moving closer to completion.
This signing would represent another major statement from the club during the transfer window for Arsenal as Arteta has continued to build a balanced squad filled with players capable of competing at the highest level.
Adding Guimarães would provide extra depth in midfield while also bringing valuable Premier League experience to the dressing room. The Brazilian’s arrival could also improve the Premier League Champions tactical flexibility.
Although the transfer has not yet been officially announced, confidence continues to grow that the move will be completed in the coming days.
If everything goes according to plan, Guimarães could join his new teammates shortly after completing his medical and become one of Arsenal’s headline signings before the new season begins.
Everything remains at the final process of being completed, the player already done his part by giving the greenlight long ago before Newcastle United decided on listening to the offer.