Arsenal close to £70m Bruno deal after Howe exit
Arsenal is reportedly nearing a £70 million deal for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães following the sudden departure of manager Eddie Howe. The transfer is expected to proceed as Arsenal looks to bolster its squad for the upcoming season.
Why it matters
This move represents a significant shift in Premier League team dynamics and high-value player movement during the transfer window.
Arsenal 's pursuit of Bruno Guimarães has taken on added significance after it was announced that Eddie Howe has decided to leave Newcastle United with immediate effect and the Gunners now said to be close to a £70m+ deal for the midfielder .
Howe has chosen to step down, with Matthias Jaissle (currently with Al Ahli , owned by the same people as own the Magpies) emerging as the leading candidate to replace him, with the development following a turbulent summer at Newcastle that has seen a number of key players sold.
Guimarães, it seems, was the final straw.
Arsenal's interest in Guimarães, of course, predates the latest developments at St James' Park and remains rooted in the club's desire to strengthen their midfield, with the Brazilian reportedly willing to join and personal terms not an issue.
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