Arsenal in for Premier League captain with World Cup star pushing to join

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Arsenal are looking to pursue a deal to sign Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes, talkSPORT understands.It is believed that the 28-year-old is pushing to join the Premier League giants in what would be a major coup for Mikel Arteta.Newcastle midfielder Guimaraes could be on his way out of St James’ Park this summerGettytalkSPORT understands that Arsenal are yet to approach the Magpies over a move to bring the Brazil midfielder to the Emirates Stadium.Though the Gunners have held talks with Guimaraes’ representatives.It was only in March how talkSPORT told you that Newcastle do not wish to part ways with their prize asset this summer.But Arsenal are known to be long-term admirers of the player, having been tipped to sign him before he moved to St James’ Park in January 2022.The ex-Lyon midfielder is currently in North America on World Cup duty for the Selecao.And he has been a standout player under Carlo Ancelotti – chipping in with three assists to help Brazil top Group C.Guimaraes’ 2025/26 season proved to be his most fruitful in the Premier League to dateMore to follow…