Arsenal, Newcastle United and Bruno Guimaraes
Friday
Arsenal are increasingly confident of signing Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes following Eddie Howe’s expected departure. No fee has been agreed, but sources expect a transfer worth more than £70m as the Premier League champions strengthen their midfield.
Newcastle initially intended to keep the Brazil international but are now said to recognise his desire to leave. Howe’s exit follows the sales of Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali, increasing Arsenal’s belief that negotiations can produce an agreement.