Arsenal are gearing up to make a significant move in the transfer market, with the club reportedly preparing a £70m bid for Newcastle United's Bruno Guimaraes. The Brazilian midfielder has been a long-time target for the Gunners, and it appears that Mikel Arteta's side are willing to make a significant investment to bring him to the Emirates.
However, Arsenal's bid will not be the only challenge that Guimaraes faces this summer, as Newcastle United are desperate to keep him. The Magpies have already parted with Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon, and they will be keen to keep their star midfielder from joining their Premier League rivals.
Arsenal's pursuit of Guimaraes is not the only transfer news emerging from the club, as they are also on the hunt for a new centre-back to replace William Saliba. The French defender has been ruled out for an extended period due to a back injury, and the Gunners are looking to bring in a replacement to shore up their defence. Aston Villa's Ezri Konsa and former Manchester City centre-back John Stones are two names that have been linked with a move to the Emirates.
Meanwhile, Manchester United are closing in on a deal for French midfielder Manu Kone. The 25-year-old has been valued at around €50m by Roma, and it is understood that the Red Devils are willing to meet that price to bring him to Old Trafford. Kone has already played for France at the World Cup, and he could be an exciting addition to Erik ten Hag's midfield.