Bruno Guimarães deal close: the saga is ending
Arsenal are increasingly confident of signing Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle this summer (2) (4). The BBC now reports growing expectation that the deal will go through, with multiple outlets across Europe echoing the same (4) (5) (6) (7). Newcastle captain Guimarães has been a long-term target, and the chase looks to be reaching its conclusion (7) (10). Eddie Howe faces more disruption, losing his skipper to the reigning champions (10).
Josh Kroenke leading Vinicius chase at £470k a week
Arsenal want Vinicius Junior. Josh Kroenke is reportedly taking personal control of the pursuit, with a package worth £470,000 per week being discussed (3). Former Everton CEO Keith Wyness told Football Insider: "It's going to be a stretch, but it's not impossible. The Kroenkes have obviously got the ability to do it, and it's how they financially structure that sort of scale of a transaction within the spending limits" (3). Paul Merson added that other Premier League teams are worried about what Arsenal are building (8).
New faces: Meslier and Tzolis arrive, Trossard departs
Mikel Arteta has confirmed two new signings, goalkeeper Illan Meslier and winger Christos Tzolis, and paid tribute to Leandro Trossard, who is leaving the club (1). The arrivals add depth as Arsenal prepare to defend their Premier League title.
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City lead the race for Bouaddi
Manchester City have moved ahead of Arsenal in the race to sign Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi (9). The 18-year-old impressed at the World Cup, and City's need has grown with Rodri potentially missing the Community Shield (9) (11).
Community Shield: Rodri doubt, Saliba out
Arsenal face Manchester City in the Community Shield. Rodri could miss the game for City, a significant boost for your team (11). William Saliba has already been ruled out for Arsenal (11).
Bayern and Liverpool also watching Jeltsch
Arsenal are among several clubs monitoring VfB Stuttgart defender Finn Jeltsch, alongside Bayern Munich and Liverpool (12). The 19-year-old centre-back has drawn attention from across Europe.
Fan reactions
The mood is buzzing, and it is not just about Bruno Guimarães. Fans have been compiling goals-and-playmaking highlight threads for the Newcastle captain before he even signs (scout watch posts are a vibe), while Declan Rice is reportedly pushing for an early return to camp, exactly the kind of hunger you want in a title defence. Arteta's big interview is also doing the rounds, and the Gabis (Martinelli and Magalhães) have landed in Girona for pre-season. Join the discussion.
