‘Deal now on course for completion’ – Ornstein on Guimarães to Arsenal | OneFootball

Arsenal appear to be edging ever closer to one of the biggest signings of the summer after respected journalist David Ornstein reported that a deal for Bruno Guimarães is now on course for completion.

According to Ornstein, Arsenal are nearing total agreement with Newcastle United for the Brazil international, with all parties keen to bring negotiations to a conclusion. The report adds that the 28-year-old is now awaiting permission from Newcastle to undergo his medical before completing the move to North London.

The latest update represents perhaps the strongest indication yet that Guimarães is closing in on becoming an Arsenal player.

Arsenal have remained confident throughout negotiations

Reports over recent days suggested the deal was progressing well, with a fee in the region of £70 million, potentially rising to around £80 million through add-ons, understood to be under discussion after an initial bid is believed to have been rejected.

Now, with Ornstein reporting that an agreement is close and a medical is the next significant step, Arsenal supporters will understandably feel that the finish line is finally coming into view.

A statement signing for Mikel Arteta

Guimarães has long been admired for his blend of technical quality, leadership and relentless work rate.

Since arriving at Newcastle from Lyon in 2022, he has established himself as one of the Premier League’s standout midfielders, helping transform Eddie Howe’s side while becoming captain at St James’ Park.

For Arsenal, adding a player of Guimarães’ calibre would provide Arteta with another elite option in midfield alongside Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi, significantly strengthening a squad already looking capable of challenging on multiple fronts this season.

His Premier League experience also means he should require little adaptation, making him someone who could make an immediate impact from the opening weeks of the campaign.

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Medical now appears to be the next hurdle

While Arsenal supporters will understandably remain cautious until official confirmation arrives, this latest update from Ornstein suggests the transfer is now entering its final stages.

If Newcastle grant permission for Guimarães to undergo his medical, there may be very little left to resolve before Arsenal can officially unveil one of the club’s marquee signings of the summer.

With Arsenal due to face Real Betis in Dublin on Tuesday evening, attention will now turn to whether an announcement follows shortly afterwards.

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