Arsenal and Newcastle United finally agree on the sale of Guimaraes

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·1 August 2026

Arsenal and Newcastle United finally agree on the sale of Guimaraes

Newcastle United have reportedly agreed to Bruno Guimaraes’ request to leave the club and complete a move to Arsenal during the current transfer window, with the midfielder said to have been keen on the switch.

It has been a summer of significant change for Newcastle, who have also seen their manager depart after the exits of Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon. The club is now facing another major change as one of its key midfielders nears a move.

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Arsenal Close In on Guimaraes

Arsenal have identified Guimaraes as their primary midfield target this summer and have been monitoring the midfielder closely over recent weeks. Their pursuit now appears to have progressed, with an agreement reportedly in place for his transfer.

According to L’Equipe, Newcastle have agreed to sell Guimaraes to Arsenal, allowing the Gunners to move forward with plans to add the Brazilian midfielder to their squad during this transfer window.

The report suggests Newcastle are no longer prepared to stand in the way of a player who wants to leave. With Guimaraes set to turn 29 in the coming months, the club also views this as an appropriate time to secure a significant transfer fee for one of its most influential players.

Medical Plans Take Shape

Arsenal are now expected to proceed to the next stages of the transfer, with plans reportedly in place for Guimaraes to undergo a medical in the coming weeks before completing the move.

The midfielder is expected to be pleased that he is finally on course to join Arsenal after being linked with a move for some time. Having established himself as one of Newcastle’s standout performers over a prolonged period, he now appears ready to begin a new chapter in his career if the proposed transfer is completed.

Should the move be finalised, Arsenal would add an experienced and accomplished midfielder to their squad, while Newcastle would continue their period of transition following a summer marked by significant departures both on and off the pitch.

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