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According to an exclusive report by The Sun's Simon Collings and Jack Rosser, Arsenal have initiated direct negotiations with Newcastle United to sign Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimarães. The 28-year-old has informed Newcastle of his desire to join the Premier League champions before the new season. Previously, all communication was through intermediaries, with Newcastle insisting the player was not for sale. Arsenal had offered £60 million through intermediaries, but Newcastle seeks a higher fee. The report also notes Arsenal's recent transfer setbacks, including losing out on Morgan Rogers to Chelsea (who met Aston Villa's £117 million asking price) and declining to meet the £85 million valuation for Matheus Fernandes, who joined Tottenham. Bournemouth's Alex Scott remains a target but is not for sale despite rejecting a new contract. Arsenal aims to strengthen midfield and wide positions this summer.
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Hupu Football News | July 21st
The Sun's renowned reporters Simon Collings and Jack Rosser exclusively report that Arsenal have entered direct negotiations with Newcastle United over the signing of Bruno Guimarães.
The 28-year-old Brazilian international has made it clear to Newcastle United that he is eager to join the Premier League champions before the start of the new season.
Previously, all communication between the two sides was conducted through intermediaries, and Newcastle United had explicitly stated that the midfielder was not for sale.
Arsenal had indicated through intermediaries that they were willing to pay a transfer fee of £60 million for the former Lyon player. However, Newcastle United remained firm, hoping to secure a higher transfer fee.
Other Transfer Developments
- Morgan Rogers: Arsenal lost out to Premier League rivals Chelsea in the race to sign the player. The "Gunners" had been in negotiations with Aston Villa since the end of the season but were unable to get close to their £117 million asking price; Chelsea quickly met that valuation to finalize the deal.
- Matheus Fernandes: Arsenal's hierarchy had considered signing the midfielder, who ultimately joined Tottenham Hotspur. However, the £85 million asking price was also too high for the Premier League champions.
- Alex Scott: The Bournemouth midfielder was also on Arsenal's list of potential targets. Although Scott rejected a new contract this week, the "Cherries" remain determined to keep him at the club.
Summer Transfer Plans
Arsenal plans to strengthen their midfield and wing positions this summer.
Source: Hupu | International Football News
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