FOOTBALL – Premier League champions Arsenal have agreed a deal worth £75 million ($99.5m) to sign Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, British media reported yesterday.
Arsenal’s opening offer for the 28-year-old Brazil midfielder was rejected earlier this week, but the London club returned with an improved bid and have now reached an agreement with Newcastle.
Guimaraes had previously told Newcastle that he wanted to join Arsenal if a suitable offer arrived, reports said.
Newcastle were keen to retain their captain, who has two years remaining on his contract at St James’ Park as well as an option for a further year.
The midfielder joined Newcastle from French side Olympique Lyonnais in January 2022 and had become one of the club’s most influential players.
He has made 195 appearances in all competitions.
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