Midfielder Bruno Guimarães, a key player in the Brazilian team in the group stage of the World Cup, became the target of a new proposal from Arsenal. The current English champion offered 55 million pounds, equivalent to approximately R$377 million, in an attempt to acquire the player who plays for Newcastle.
Despite the significant offer, the first attempt to sign him was rejected by the club that held the athlete’s rights. However, Arsenal have already expressed their intention to present a revised proposal soon.
Newcastle, which will not participate in European competitions next season, demonstrates firmness in its position, resisting the release of Bruno Guimarães. He is the team captain and one of the fans’ biggest idols, with a contract running until mid-2028.
The negotiations on Arsenal’s side are led by Italian director Adriano Berta, known for his long-standing admiration for Bruno Guimarães’ football. In 2020, the director had already tried to take the midfielder to Atlético de Madrid, but ended up losing the dispute to Lyon, from France, demonstrating a persistent interest in the athlete over the years.
Newcastle, whose main shareholder is the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund (PIF), reinforces the difficulty in negotiating Bruno Guimarães’ departure, reiterating its stance of keeping the player in the squad.
Despite being aware of the London club’s interest, the player seeks to remain completely focused on his performances in the World Cup, distancing himself from transfer speculation.
The number 8 has stood out in the competition, registering three assists and establishing himself as one of the great protagonists of the Brazilian team so far.
With the guaranteed presence of Bruno Guimarães in the starting lineup, the Brazilian team will take the field next Monday to face Japan, at 2 pm (Brasília time), in a match valid for the second phase of the World Cup.