Sandro Tonali was highly wanted by Arsenal. Then Tottenham elbowed their way past, where the Italian is tempted to play for Roberto de Zerbi. The reigning Premier League champions have turned against another Newcastle star. The first bid was quickly rejected, but now the London club are returning to St. James’ Park to secure Premier League star Bruno Guimaraes.
Guimaraes is also showing off at the World Cup in the Brazilian shirt, now his representatives are sending positive signals that give Arsenal the necessary “encouragement” to continue the race towards signing.
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Arsenal have long had Guimaraes on their wish list, now the London club will test Newcastle’s steadfastness in not selling their Brazilian midfield star, after being informed that Guimaraes does not want to commit to the Magpies by signing a new contract, Teamtalk’s sources report.
The sources have confirmed that Arsenal have had extensive discussions with Guimaraes’ representatives in recent weeks, and these talks have made them increasingly confident that a deal could be possible if a deal can be reached with Newcastle.
Reports suggest that Arsenal have already made a bid worth less than £60 million, which was firmly rejected by Newcastle.
However, Arsenal are now working on making a bid in the region of £80 million.
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The reigning Premier League champions intend to start the season with Guimaraes in the squad.
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