Arsenal and Manchester City Set to Reignite Rivalry Over Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes
Premier League title contenders Arsenal and Manchester City are set to renew their transfer rivalry this summer, with both clubs reportedly interested in signing Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes.
Guimaraes has emerged as a key player for Newcastle since joining the club from Lyon in January 2022, and his impressive performances have not gone unnoticed by the Premier League’s top clubs. According to the Daily Telegraph, both Arsenal and City are considering making a move for the Brazilian international this summer.
Arsenal are known to be keen on bolstering their midfield options, with Jorginho and Thomas Partey’s futures uncertain. City, meanwhile, are looking to provide cover for Rodri after Kalvin Phillips failed to impress following his move from Leeds United last summer.
Newcastle are reluctant to sell Guimaraes, who is considered an integral part of Eddie Howe’s team. However, the Magpies may be forced to cash in on the midfielder due to Financial Fair Play regulations. Guimaraes is believed to have a £100 million release clause in his contract, a fee that both Arsenal and City have shown a willingness to pay in the past.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has hinted that he will look to strengthen his squad this summer, while City boss Pep Guardiola is also expected to be active in the transfer market. The battle for Guimaraes’ signature is set to be one of the most intriguing transfer sagas of the summer, with both Arsenal and City determined to land the highly-rated midfielder.
