Arsenal have made a significant move in the transfer market, with Bruno Guimaraes completing a medical ahead of his £75m transfer from Newcastle United. The 28-year-old midfielder is expected to be announced as a new Arsenal player today, Friday 7 August 2026, before the club's pre-season fixtures this weekend. This deal is considered a key piece of business for Mikel Arteta as Arsenal prepare to defend their title.
In other transfer news, Arsenal's pursuit of Vinicius Jr has concluded as the Brazilian winger has signed a contract extension with Real Madrid until 2032. This development has led Arsenal to reignite their interest in Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez, with PSG's Bradley Barcola also on their list of potential targets.
Elsewhere, Manchester United have added a teenage midfielder to their squad. The club is also reportedly exploring options at left-back, with Lewis Hall said to be keen on a move to Old Trafford, though Newcastle are reportedly determined to keep him.
Liverpool are also reportedly interested in signing Bradley Barcola from Paris Saint-Germain and are considering a double swoop for his teammate Ibrahim Mbaye. Aston Villa are bracing for a new bid from Arsenal for England defender Ezri Konsa, while Millwall's Lyndon Dykes has completed a medical ahead of a one-year deal.