Bruno wants Arsenal, Newcastle want a call
Bruno Guimaraes has told Newcastle United he wants to join Arsenal this summer (1) (2) (3) (4) (6) (8). The Brazil international has made his position clear to the club. He will not force a disruptive exit, but the message is delivered (6).
Here is the strange part. Newcastle say they are astonished Arsenal have not made direct contact yet (1). Two verbal offers have been discussed, but no formal call from the Premier League champions. Sources suggest £75m could see progress (1). Arsenal have already seen bids of £55m and £65m rejected (Reddit).
Newcastle insist Guimaraes is not for sale (3). The player has asked to leave anyway. That tension is where this deal lives.
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Fan reactions
The Guimaraes news has the fanbase split between excitement and frustration. Ornstein's confirmation that Bruno wants the move is being treated as gold, but the lack of a direct call from Arsenal to Newcastle has supporters scratching their heads. The £75m figure floated by Craig Hope feels like the number most fans now expect, and there is real anxiety about whether the club will actually meet it. Read the full discussion on r/Gunners
