The Gunners have earmarked the Brazil international as their priority midfield target. They have already made a couple of proposals.

UOL claim that the club have had two bids worth £55 million and £65 million rejected, and they are now preparing a third transfer offer.

The Gunners are set to make a final bid of around £72m. The midfielder is ‘very close’ to leaving the Magpies for Mikel Arteta’s side.

Guimaraes does not plan to push for an exit, but there is anticipation that a transfer will materialise.

Arsenal edging close to Guimaraes deal

The Magpies have had a difficult summer with the departures of Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali for a combined package of £170m.

This has put them in a good financial position, which means Guimaraes may not be permitted to depart unless a significant bid is made.

The midfielder’s current deal expires in June 2028 with an option for another 12 months.

In our view, the Tyneside outfit have the best opportunity to secure a premium fee this summer and £72m represents a good deal for Guimaraes, who turns 29 in November.

The Magpies currently have a not-for-sale stance on their captain, but ultimately they would not want to keep a player whose focus is elsewhere.

Guimaraes has been one of the club’s most successful players. Newcastle could eventually give the green light for him to pursue a bigger challenge.

The 28-year-old would be a fabulous acquisition for Arsenal. He made 15 goal contributions in the league last term despite a lengthy injury absence.

Guimaraes also impressed defensively with six duels won alongside two tackles and four recoveries, and he would be an assured starter for Arsenal.

The Brazilian would be a level-raiser in midfield and would also offer Arteta the chance to rest Declan Rice, who is managing neutral hamstring pain.

Neither Arsenal nor Newcastle may want a lengthy saga on Guimaraes. It could be a matter of days before a final transfer decision is made on him.

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The Brazil international is one of the best midfielders in the Premier League. He had a phenomenal 2025/26 campaign with 15 goal contributions in the top-flight despite a lengthy hamstring injury.

Arsenal have already expressed interest in signing the former Lyon man, and they have now received a huge boost after the player personally expressed his desire to join them this summer.

Ornstein reports that the 28-year-old has communicated his intention to leave to the Magpies. He wishes to join the Premier League holders, who are preparing a £60 million deal for his services.

There are no club-to-club talks at the moment, while Newcastle are still not entertaining any bids.

Guimaraes would be a level-raiser signing for Arsenal

The Brazil international has improved with every passing season in the Premier League. He was fantastic for the Magpies last season despite their 12th-placed finish in the table.

The experienced ace won an impressive six duels and two tackles per appearance with five recoveries. He chipped in with nine goals and six assists, while exhibiting a tireless work rate.

Guimaraes, described as ‘very special‘ by Magpies manager Eddie Howe, would be a phenomenal acquisition for the Gunners and would be a level-raiser in the centre of the park.

Declan Rice has started to find consistency with goal involvements, but Arsenal have lacked a proper midfield partner to complement him with goals and assists when required.

Martin Zubimendi appeared an ideal signing at the start of the previous season, but his form and performance levels dipped before he was dropped for Myles Lewis-Skelly in May.

Guimaraes would be a dream partner for Rice in the heart of the midfield, and Arsenal could also afford to rest the latter in the early part of next season due to his neural hamstring pain.

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The 16-year-old midfielder has decided to leave the Gunners despite Arsenal’s attempts to secure his long-term future.

Nduka joined Arsenal’s academy from Charlton Athletic in September 2025 after spending eight years with the south London club.

He quickly impressed after arriving in north London and was viewed as one of the more exciting young players in his age group.

The skilful midfielder regularly featured for Arsenal’s Under-18s last season despite playing above his age category.

He made 10 appearances at that level and also earned involvement with the Under-21 squad on two occasions.

Nduka was also handed experience in the UEFA Youth League, featuring for Arsenal’s Under-19s against Club Brugge in December.

His progress has not gone unnoticed at international level either.

The midfielder has already made seven appearances for England’s Under-16s, further underlining his reputation as one of the country’s promising young talents.

Arsenal had been keen to keep Nduka, whose scholarship terms expired on June 30.

However, the teenager has opted to continue his development elsewhere, with City now expected to secure his signature.

The move comes during a difficult period for Arsenal’s academy.

Kyran Thompson is also set to leave the club for Tottenham Hotspur, while Leicester City attacker Jeremy Monga, who had been strongly linked with Arsenal, is heading to Manchester City.

Those exits will be a source of frustration for the Gunners, particularly after the club invested heavily in youth recruitment over the past year.

There has also been significant change behind the scenes at Hale End.

Per Mertesacker left his role as academy manager this summer after eight years, creating uncertainty during a crucial period for contract talks with young players.

Arsenal have since appointed Pascal De Maesschalck as their new academy director, with the former Strasbourg technical director tasked with stabilising and strengthening the club’s youth pathway.

The Belgian arrives with a strong reputation for developing young talent after previous spells at Club Brugge and Monaco.

His appointment should provide clarity moving forward, but Nduka’s expected exit highlights the challenge Arsenal face in retaining elite prospects.

The Gunners still possess one of the strongest academy pipelines in England, with Bukayo Saka, Ethan Nwaneri, Myles Lewis-Skelly and Max Dowman all showing the route to the first team.

However, losing another promising teenager to a direct rival will sting.

Arsenal must now ensure the next generation believe their best pathway remains in north London.

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The 27-year-old arrives on a permanent deal after leaving German side Eintracht Frankfurt, where she established herself as one of the Bundesliga’s standout midfielders during an eight-year spell.

Reuteler is understood to have signed a four-year contract and will wear the No. 14 shirt in north London.

She becomes Arsenal’s third signing of the summer following the arrivals of Georgia Stanway and Selina Cerci as Renee Slegers continues to strengthen her squad.

Reuteler leaves Frankfurt after an outstanding spell in Germany, having scored 54 goals and registered 44 assists in 184 appearances across all competitions.

Her consistent performances earned widespread recognition, including the Swiss Women’s Player of the Year award in 2024.

The midfielder also brings significant international experience to Arsenal.

Reuteler has won 91 caps for Switzerland since making her senior debut in 2017 and has scored 17 international goals.

She played a key role as Switzerland reached the quarter-finals of UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 on home soil, the nation’s best-ever finish at the tournament.

Speaking after completing the move, Reuteler admitted joining Arsenal represented a major milestone in her career.

“Arsenal is one of the best clubs in the world and I’m so proud that I can be here,” she said.

“I love the way this team plays and I can’t wait to test myself against the best players in the WSL.”

“I want to add to the history and success of this football club.”

Head coach Renee Slegers believes Reuteler possesses the qualities needed to make an immediate impact.

The Arsenal boss praised the Swiss international’s technical ability, intelligence and athleticism, describing her as an excellent addition to the midfield group ahead of pre-season.

Director of Women’s Football Clare Wheatley revealed Reuteler had been on Arsenal’s radar for some time.

She described the midfielder as a long-term target whose experience at both club and international level will strengthen the squad’s pursuit of more silverware.

Reuteler began her football journey with FC Stans before joining FC Luzern, where she made her senior debut in the Swiss top flight at just 15 years of age.

Her move to Frankfurt in 2018 accelerated her development into one of Europe’s most complete midfielders, capable of contributing creatively and defensively.

Arsenal’s latest signing underlines the club’s ambition to build on last season.

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The 26-year-old is expected to join the Premier League champions following the expiry of his contract at Leeds United.

Meslier has been in discussions over personal terms after Arsenal accelerated their pursuit of a new deputy for David Raya.

The French goalkeeper was seen at the training ground as he completed the final formalities ahead of the proposed move.

Arsenal have been in the market for another goalkeeper following growing uncertainty over Kepa Arrizabalaga’s future.

The Spain international is exploring opportunities away from north London after slipping down the pecking order, with clubs aware of the £5 million release clause in his contract.

That situation prompted Arsenal to move quickly for Meslier, who became available after leaving Leeds as a free agent.

The Gunners believe the former France Under-21 international represents an experienced and cost-effective option to strengthen their goalkeeping department.

Meslier established himself as one of the Premier League’s most highly-rated young goalkeepers after breaking into the Leeds first team as a teenager.

The 6ft 7in shot-stopper made more than 200 appearances for the Yorkshire club across all competitions and played a key role in their promotion to the Premier League before becoming their undisputed first-choice goalkeeper.

However, his form dipped over the past two seasons, leading to Karl Darlow replacing him in the starting XI during the latter stages of the previous campaign.

A move to Arsenal now offers Meslier the opportunity to rebuild his career under Mikel Arteta while learning alongside fellow countryman Raya.

Although Raya remains firmly established as Arsenal’s first-choice goalkeeper, the club are determined to maintain strong competition across every position as they prepare to defend their Premier League title and challenge again in the Champions League.

Meslier’s arrival would also provide valuable experience should Raya miss matches through injury or suspension during a demanding campaign.

Arsenal could also sanction another temporary departure in the goalkeeping department.

England Under-21 international Tommy Setford is attracting interest from several clubs, with Arsenal expected to consider loan offers that would provide the highly-rated youngster with regular first-team football while Meslier prepares to complete his switch to the Emirates Stadium.

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The Gunners are likely to pursue a new right-back this summer with White ‘expected‘ to leave.

White has had a couple of injury-plagued seasons. With his contract expiring in less than two years, it appears an ideal time for the club to cash in on his services.

Wan-Bissaka recently emerged as a right-back solution for Arsenal, and The Athletic claim that the Hammers are prepared to listen to offers for the 28-year-old.

The right-back, who has another five years left on his contract, can leave for £25m.

Arsenal could consider a move for Wan-Bissaka

Wan-Bissaka has excelled with his one-on-one defending over several seasons, and he was brilliant for DR Congo at the recent World Cup in North America.

The right-back won 68 percent of his ground duels at the tournament. He registered almost three tackles, three recoveries and six clearances for DR Congo.

Wan-Bissaka would be a fine addition to the Gunners’ squad due to his strong defensive attributes.

He may not be the best from an attacking point of view, but has notably improved from his time at Manchester United with more goal involvements.

The right-back has made 10 goal contributions from his 65 appearances for the Hammers, compared to just 15 from 190 matches for the Red Devils previously.

Since joining West Ham in 2024, the 28-year-old has created nine big chances in the league. He managed only two in the two seasons prior to that with United.

Meanwhile, Timber, who has been Arsenal’s regular right-back, has created only five big scoring opportunities in the previous two top-flight campaigns.

Wan-Bissaka’s vast league experience should make him a realistic target for Arsenal.

Everton are among the clubs interested in White. Arsenal may seek to recoup at least £25m, which could be reinvested in Wan-Bissaka during the transfer window.

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According to The Athletic, Arsenal are set to sign goalkeeper Illan Meslier following his exit from Leeds United.

Meslier has extensive experience playing in England, having made 205 appearances for Leeds during his seven-year stay.

The 26-year-old is expected to provide strong competition for David Raya while effectively replacing Kepa Arrizabalaga as the second-choice goalkeeper.

Meslier is an upgrade over Kepa

Kepa only arrived at Arsenal from Chelsea last summer with hopes of revitalising his career.

He made 12 appearances for the Gunners, including starting the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City.

He never truly convinced when called upon, prompting Arsenal to seek a more reliable backup option this summer.

Meslier is a ball-playing goalkeeper and will suit Mikel Arteta’s system.

The Frenchman established himself as one of Leeds’ most important players before enduring a difficult 2024-25 campaign that affected his confidence.

He has not featured at senior level since making his final Championship appearance in March 2025.

His dramatic decline in form saw him lose his place to Lucas Perri before Karl Darlow eventually leapfrogged both goalkeepers in the pecking order last season.

A fresh start at Arsenal could provide the ideal environment for Meslier to rediscover the form that once made him one of the Premier League’s brightest young goalkeepers.

His arrival should also open the door for highly rated England Under-21 goalkeeper Tommy Setford to gain valuable first-team experience on loan elsewhere.

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The 31-year-old signed for the Gunners from Chelsea last summer after they triggered a £5 million release clause in his contract.

At the same time, a similar clause was inserted into his Arsenal deal. The Spaniard is free to move on if another club were to pay £5m.

The Athletic now report that Arrizabalaga is on the radar of clubs in Italy and Spain and could be a candidate to leave the Gunners.

Arrizabalaga could depart for regular playing time

The former Chelsea man spent the 2024/25 season on loan at Bournemouth, where he was an undisputed starter throughout the campaign.

Arrizabalaga caught the eye with his fine reflexes. He saved 71 percent of shots against him, keeping eight clean sheets for the South Coast outfit.

The Cherries were obviously keen on retaining his services, but Arrizabalaga was convinced to join Arsenal last term with the opportunity to stay in London.

The Spaniard, described as ‘world-class‘ by Mateo Kovacic, fared well with four clean sheets in 12 appearances as David Raya’s deputy, but his blunder in the Carabao Cup final was a black mark.

Arrizabalaga retained the gloves for the FA Cup quarter-final defeat at Southampton, where many felt Raya should have been reinstated between the sticks.

Still, the Athletic Club graduate remains a good backup goalkeeper. Arsenal will have a notable void to fill if he were to move on for regular first-team football.

Inter Milan were linked with Arrizabalaga earlier this summer, but have not followed up their interest.

Meanwhile, Arsenal have agreed to sign former Leeds number one Illan Meslier as a third-choice goalkeeper. We don’t feel he should be a deputy if Arrizabalaga leaves. The Frenchman has been error-prone, which was the reason for his demotion at the Whites last season.

The 26-year-old made three high-profile errors leading to goals in the 2024/25 Championship season, and fell below Karl Darlow and Lucas Perri in the pecking order after Leeds’ top-flight return. Arsenal should sign a better shot-stopper to provide cover for Raya if Arrizabalaga departs.

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The Gunners are keeping a close watch on Bournemouth star Alex Scott, who has emerged as one of the brightest young English midfielders in the Premier League.

According to The Athletic, Alex Scott has turned down contract extension offers from Bournemouth.

The Cherries remain determined to keep hold of their prized asset and are prepared to include a release clause in a fresh agreement.

After the high-profile sales of Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, Bournemouth may demand a fee of around £80 million before even considering his departure.

Several clubs, including Manchester United, are interested in signing him.

Alex Scott could be a superb signing for Arsenal

Although Scott has primarily operated as a holding midfielder, he is equally capable of excelling in a box-to-box role.

He is only 22 but has already made 96 senior appearances for Bournemouth.

He scored four goals and provided one assist in 39 games across all competitions last season.

The young Englishman still has room to improve his ball distribution, but he is already a superb ball-carrier.

He also averaged more than 12 defensive actions and six ball recoveries per league game last season.

Arsenal would not only improve their midfield depth but also secure a player with the potential to become a future star.

Manager Mikel Arteta wants to add a new midfielder to his squad, particularly with Christian Norgaard expected to leave this summer.

The Gunners are also interested in Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes. They made a verbal offer worth £55m but the Magpies immediately rejected the proposal.

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The Gunners recently finalised a £17 million deal with Besiktas for the potential transfer of Leandro Trossard.

The Belgian is presently at the World Cup and will only discuss personal terms on his return from the tournament.

Meanwhile, there has been some talk that Odegaard has reached an agreement to follow Trossard to Turkey.

The Athletic have now labelled the story as ‘inaccurate’.

Odegaard’s focus is fully on Norway’s World Cup campaign, and he remains ‘very happy’ at Arsenal.

Odegaard unlikely to leave Arsenal this summer

The Norway international had an injury-disrupted 2025/26 season with the Gunners.

He picked up a couple of freak shoulder injuries at the start of the campaign before an unfortunate long-term knee issue. He continued to struggle with his knee during the second half of the season.

Despite this, the 27-year-old managed nine goal contributions, including the assist for Leandro Trossard’s winner at West Ham United, which proved crucial in securing the Premier League title.

Odegaard has started to find his best form for Norway with three assists at the World Cup.

The former Real Madrid man has entered the last two years of his Arsenal contract, but BBC Sport have previously claimed that manager Mikel Arteta is ‘minded to keep his captain‘.

We believe next season could be make-or-break for Odegaard. The £30 million signing has the chance to redeem himself with regular goal involvements while staying injury-free.

A successful campaign could lead to a renewal. Otherwise, he could be offloaded next summer.

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