Howe hopes Bruno stays as Arsenal talks progress
Eddie Howe has spoken. The Newcastle manager addressed Bruno Guimarães' future directly on Wednesday, insisting he wants the Brazilian to stay at St James' Park (8). Behind the scenes, things look different. Journalist Bruno Andrade reports talks are "moving in a positive direction" and that "all parties are more confident" a deal can be reached (6). No formal bid yet, but intermediaries are exploring the ground (3).
Vinicius Junior wants Real Madrid to receive a fee if he leaves, and Arsenal believe they are well positioned to sign him this summer (4).
Arteta: "A lot is happening"
Mikel Arteta did not hide behind the title win. "We know that we want to take this club to a different level," he said. "That is going to require a better squad, better individuals" (9). Asked for a concrete update, his answer was short: "A lot is happening" (11).
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Barcola prefers Liverpool, defensive targets stack up
Bradley Barcola is prioritising a move to Liverpool, leaving Arsenal trailing in that race (12). Your club had been linked with the PSG winger earlier in the window (1).
On the defensive side, three names are circulating. Sporting CP right-back Iván Fresneda is drawing increased interest, with William Saliba set to miss weeks (5). Stuttgart's Finn Jeltsch is another option, though Liverpool are also in that fight (7). And Ezri Konsa of Aston Villa rounds out the list, again with Liverpool hovering (10).
Sagoe Jr open to Kalmar stay
Charles Sagoe Jr is not rushing back. The Arsenal loanee says he is open to staying at Kalmar FF beyond this season. "Before every match, Mats tells me to just have fun," he said of his manager (2).
Fan reactions
Fans are reading Arteta's words as a signal that the club are not resting on the title. One thread dissecting his "better squad, better individuals" quote has supporters bullish about what comes next. Read the full discussion
