Arsenal sign Bruno Guimarães for £75m to strengthen midfield
Mikel Arteta says the Brazilian’s energy and hunger will help the team reach the next level
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Arsenal have added Bruno Guimarães to their midfield after completing a £75m transfer from Newcastle United. The 28-year-old Brazilian was officially unveiled to supporters at Emirates Stadium on Saturday before the club’s pre-season friendly against Borussia Dortmund. He did not feature in the match, which Arsenal lost 3-2.
Arteta hails Guimarães’ impact
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Manager Mikel Arteta said the signing would help Arsenal reach the next level of performance. Speaking to reporters, Arteta described Guimarães as a player with the personality, desire, and character needed to push the squad forward. He highlighted the midfielder’s immediate energy in training as a key factor in the decision to sign him.
Arteta outlined the qualities Guimarães brings to the team. He praised the player’s versatility, ability to win the ball back, and speed in progressing play. The manager also noted Guimarães’ goal threat, citing his timing in the box and finishing ability. With Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard, and Martin Zubimendi already in the squad, Arteta now has multiple options in midfield.
We want to go to the next level and are very, very much convinced that we're going to need players with such a personality, desire and character to push everybody inside the organisation to go even higher.
Mikel Arteta, Arsenal manager
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Further transfer activity possible
Arsenal have already made two other signings this summer. Christos Tzolis joined from Club Brugge, while goalkeeper Illan Meslier arrived on a free transfer. The club had pursued Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior but were unsuccessful after he signed a new contract with the Spanish side.
Arteta confirmed that Arsenal remain active in the transfer market. He said the club would continue to pursue players who could improve the squad. The manager also provided updates on injured defenders Jurrien Timber and William Saliba. Timber is still weeks away from returning, while Saliba is recovering from a back injury.
What happens next
Guimarães is expected to be available for Arsenal’s next pre-season match against Como on Wednesday. The club’s first competitive fixture of the season is against Wolverhampton Wanderers on 17 August 2024. Arteta has not confirmed whether Guimarães will start either match, but his inclusion in the squad is likely.
Questions this report answers
+How much did Arsenal pay for Bruno Guimarães?
Arsenal paid £75m to sign Bruno Guimarães from Newcastle United. The transfer was officially announced on 10 August 2024, as confirmed by the club and reported by the BBC.
+Will Bruno Guimarães play in Arsenal’s next match?
Guimarães is likely to be involved in Arsenal’s pre-season match against Como on Wednesday. He was not included in the squad for the friendly against Borussia Dortmund but is expected to feature soon.
+What did Mikel Arteta say about Bruno Guimarães?
Mikel Arteta said Guimarães’ energy, hunger, and character would help Arsenal reach the next level. He praised the midfielder’s versatility, goal threat, and ability to win the ball back, as reported by the BBC.
+Who else has Arsenal signed this summer?
Arsenal have signed Christos Tzolis from Club Brugge and goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer. The club also pursued Vinícius Júnior but were unsuccessful, as reported by the BBC.
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