Arsenal latest: Bruno Guimaraes deal struck and transfer announcement made

Arsenal is actively reshaping its squad during the transfer window, with reports indicating a deal for Bruno Guimaraes and the signing of goalkeeper Illan Meslier. The club aims to strengthen its roster to defend its title amidst a competitive football landscape.
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As the World Cup continues to command the football landscape, intense work is underway at Arsenal to ensure they are prepared for their title defence. The sole senior outfield addition to the squad so far is Ecuador star Piero Hincapie, who has completed a £34.5million transfer from Bayer Leverkusen following his loan spell. With the initial group of players scheduled to return for pre-season training imminently, planning for next season is set to move up a notch. Multiple arrivals and departures are expected over the coming weeks as sporting director Andrea Berta aims to maximise a reported £250m transfer budget. The Gunners know they cannot afford to remain static as their domestic rivals attempt to narrow the gap. football.london brings the latest Arsenal news.... FOLLOW OUR ARSENAL FB PAGE!
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