Bruno Guimarães informs Newcastle of desire to join Arsenal

Bruno Guimarães has informed Newcastle United of his desire to leave the club this summer. The Brazil international has identified Arsenal as his preferred destination, with the Gunners reportedly prepared to offer up to €70m to secure his services. Newcastle previously turned down an informal approach from Arsenal in June, and no official negotiations between the clubs have commenced.(L'Equipe)

Arsenal's pursuit of Bruno Guimarães remains ongoing, with a new bid of around £60m expected. Newcastle United maintain that no direct contact has been made, though the player is interested in the transfer.(@JacobsBen)

Bruno Guimarães has informed Newcastle United of his wish to leave and join Arsenal. The Gunners are preparing a deal worth up to £60m, though Newcastle are not currently entertaining bids.(@David_Ornstein)