Arsenal are reportedly considering making an improved bid to sign midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle. The 28-year-old Brazilian has been a mainstay in the Magpies team since his £40m move from Lyon in 2022, making close to 200 appearances.
Guimaraes has won the Carabao Cup and played in the Champions League while at St James' Park, but may have loftier ambitions after Newcastle failed to qualify for any European competition last season, finishing just 12th in the Premier League.
Newcastle have insisted that Guimaraes is not for sale, with the player's current contract set to expire in 2027. However, Arsenal are not expected to face any issues over personal terms, suggesting Guimaraes is open to joining the new Premier League champions.
Mikel Arteta's side are looking to strengthen their midfield, and Guimaraes has been identified as a key target. The player has been in fine form at the World Cup, playing for Brazil under Carlo Ancelotti.
Arsenal's approach, worth around £55m, was initially rebuffed by Newcastle. However, the Gunners are considering making an improved bid and entering into direct talks with their Premier League rivals over a summer deal.
Former Newcastle winger John Barnes believes Guimaraes would be a 'great signing' for Arsenal, but notes that the player's fee will likely be significantly higher than the initial reported figure of £55m.
