Arsenal are reportedly preparing a third offer for Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle, with potential downstream effects from the move.
The Gunners' interest in Guimaraes has been a widely discussed topic this summer, with various sources suggesting that a £75m offer is imminent to persuade Newcastle to part with the highly sought-after player.
Newcastle's loss of Sandro Tonali to a Premier League rival this summer may make it more difficult for Arsenal to secure the deal, but the Magpies' determination to hold onto Guimaraes remains to be seen.
If the deal goes through, it could lead to significant changes in Arsenal's midfield, potentially signaling the end of Martin Odegaard's time at the club.
Odegaard, the Norway star, has been a cornerstone of Mikel Arteta's revolution at the Emirates, serving as captain for several years.
However, his injury-hit season and criticism for some of his performances on the pitch may have put his future at the club in jeopardy, particularly with his contract set to expire in two years.
Arsenal would likely prefer to keep Odegaard, who rebounded strongly with Norway at the World Cup, but a sale becomes increasingly likely if progress is not made on a new contract.
