Arsenal’s £65m gamble to fill midfield void with Guimaraes

Arsenal are hunting a top‑class central midfielder to plug the void left by Anthony Gordon’s exit, and have set their sights on Brazilian Bruno Guimaraes. The Gunners are preparing a fresh £65 million bid to lure the Newcastle United playmaker from St James’ Park this summer.

Arsenal are seeking a top central midfielder to strengthen their squad, and have identified Guimaraes as an ideal option. The 28‑year‑old Brazilian brings a blend of creativity and work‑rate that the Gunners lack.

Guimaraes has logged 195 appearances, 31 goals and 32 assists for Newcastle United. He was pivotal in their 2024‑25 League Cup triumph, ending a 70‑year domestic trophy drought.

He also featured in Carlo Ancelotti’s Brazil squad at the World Cup 2026, starting every match. Brazil bowed out in the round‑of‑16 to Norway.

Newcastle have already lost Anthony Gordon to Barcelona and Sandro Tonali to Tottenham Hotspur. The departures leave the Magpies desperate to retain Guimaraes despite his two‑year contract.

Guimaraes’ desire to join Arsenal this summer prompted a softened stance from the club. Arsenal are preparing a new £65 million bid, a pivotal moment for both the Gunners and the Magpies.

If Arsenal secure the Brazilian, they add a proven playmaker while Newcastle risk losing their most influential player in recent years.