Arsenal officially confirms signing of Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes

Arsenal has officially announced the signing of Newcastle's captain, Bruno Guimaraes, on a four-year deal. The English champions reportedly paid 75 million pounds for the 28-year-old Brazilian midfielder, who is expected to bolster their squad.

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Bruno is a player of excellent mentality and great quality, who will bring strong leadership to our team.

Guimaraes, who recorded four assists during the 2026 World Cup, is seen as a significant addition to Arsenal's already strong midfield. "Bruno is a player of excellent mentality and great quality, who will bring strong leadership to our team," said Arsenal's sporting director, Andrea Berta. "We are further strengthening the heart of our team; he can play as a defensive midfielder and as a box-to-box midfielder."

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We are further strengthening the heart of our team; he can play as a defensive midfielder and as a box-to-box midfielder.

The Brazilian expressed that the decision to leave Newcastle was difficult but driven by a desire for new experiences and trophy pursuits. "This decision is very difficult because Newcastle means a lot to me, but I wanted to experience something new," Guimaraes admitted. He joins a midfield that includes Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, and Martin Zubimendi.

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This decision is very difficult because Newcastle means a lot to me, but I wanted to experience something new.

Newcastle, who recently lost manager Eddie Howe, faces another major departure. Guimaraes' exit follows that of striker Alexander Isak, winger Anthony Gordon, and midfielder Sandro Tonali in the past year. "After playing in two World Cups, I have reached a point in my life where I need this kind of challenge. I want to win trophies, I want to make history, and I think I am in the right place for that," added Guimaraes, who previously played for Atletico Paranaense and Lyon.

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After playing in two World Cups, I have reached a point in my life where I need this kind of challenge. I want to win trophies, I want to make history, and I think I am in the right place for that.