{"id":50231,"date":"2026-07-16T06:17:11","date_gmt":"2026-07-16T10:17:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/16\/my-understanding-insider-shares-latest-on-guimaraes-and-arsenal-after-phone-call-with-newcastle\/"},"modified":"2026-07-16T06:17:11","modified_gmt":"2026-07-16T10:17:11","slug":"my-understanding-insider-shares-latest-on-guimaraes-and-arsenal-after-phone-call-with-newcastle","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/16\/my-understanding-insider-shares-latest-on-guimaraes-and-arsenal-after-phone-call-with-newcastle\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;My understanding&#8217; &#8211; Insider shares latest on Guimar\u00e3es and Arsenal after phone call with Newcastle"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/16\/my-understanding-insider-shares-latest-on-guimaraes-and-arsenal-after-phone-call-with-newcastle\/#Insider_shares_the_latest_on_Bruno_Guimaraes_and_Arsenal_after_phone_call_with_Newcastle\" >Insider shares the latest on Bruno Guimar\u00e3es and Arsenal after phone call with Newcastle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/16\/my-understanding-insider-shares-latest-on-guimaraes-and-arsenal-after-phone-call-with-newcastle\/#Why_Bruno_Guimaraes_is_perfect_for_Arsenal\" >Why Bruno Guimar\u00e3es is perfect for Arsenal<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/16\/my-understanding-insider-shares-latest-on-guimaraes-and-arsenal-after-phone-call-with-newcastle\/#Arsenal_suggest_major_deal_could_be_completed_by_Monday_as_Arteta_begins_pre-season\" >Arsenal suggest major deal could be completed by Monday as Arteta begins pre-season<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Arsenal&#8217;s pursuit of Bruno Guimar\u00e3es continues unabated.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<p>Mikel Arteta and sporting director Andrea Berta had identified the Newcastle captain as a priority midfield target, with the Gunners subsequently making an opening offer worth around \u00a355m through an intermediary, which was rejected.<\/p>\n<p>    Since then, reports have suggested Guimar\u00e3es has told Newcastle he wants to move, Arsenal have spoken with representatives to determine the terms of the deal, and Newcastle have responded by valuing one of their most influential players at close to \u00a3100m.<\/p>\n<p>Despite the huge gap between the clubs, Arsenal continue to explore all possible routes to continue negotiations.<\/p>\n<p>The latest update suggests that the process is still going on behind the scenes.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"insider-shares-bruno-guimaraes-to-arsenal-update-after-newcastle-phone-call\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Insider_shares_the_latest_on_Bruno_Guimaraes_and_Arsenal_after_phone_call_with_Newcastle\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Insider shares the latest on Bruno Guimar\u00e3es and Arsenal after phone call with Newcastle<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>According to Arsenal insider HandOfArsenal, there have been no meaningful negotiations between the clubs beyond the initial phone call from Newcastle, who have only asked for clarification on Arsenal&#8217;s position, with no progress made.<\/p>\n<p>Instead, Berta is reportedly continuing to lobby through intermediary Kia Joorabssian as Arsenal try to inch closer to a valuation acceptable to both clubs.<\/p>\n<p>    This represents a slightly different situation than some speculation surrounding the transfer.<\/p>\n<p>Rather than formal negotiations progressing rapidly, the focus appears to be on establishing whether the fiscal gap can realistically be closed before serious discussions begin.<\/p>\n<p>Newcastle are now believed to be targeting a minimum transfer fee of between \u00a380m and \u00a385m, which is lower than the previously reported valuation of \u00a3100m, but still significantly higher than Arsenal&#8217;s original offer.<\/p>\n<p>However, the player&#8217;s attitude continues to encourage Arsenal.<\/p>\n<p>HandOfArsenal claim Guimar\u00e3es is fully committed to Arteta&#8217;s project and is happy to allow his agent to handle the controversy professionally rather than attempt to force an exit.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<table border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" style=\"\" align=\"\" summary=\"\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" scope=\"row\">\n<p>Football Fancast Verdict<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p><strong>reliability<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>HandOfArsenal is an Arsenal-focused insider account, not mainstream journalists. It is regarded as one of the most reliable sources of information among Gunners supporters, reporting accurately on club developments before they are widely reported. Therefore, this update should be treated as an informed insider report with real weight.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p>finances<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>A deal worth around \u00a3100m, or between \u00a380m and \u00a385m, would make Guimar\u00e3es one of the biggest signings in Arsenal&#8217;s history. Arsenal will need to improve these terms as he currently earns around \u00a3160,000 a week at Newcastle. It&#8217;s also worth noting that although his current contract expires in 2028, the Magpies are protected by a 12-month extension clause.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p>insight<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>Guimar\u00e3es rose to prominence at Atl\u00e9tico Paranaense before impressing at Lyon, becoming the leader of Newcastle&#8217;s midfield. The Brazilian international and Olympic gold medalist has developed into one of Europe&#8217;s best all-round midfielders, captaining Newcastle and leading them to their first major title since the 1950s in 2025.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<th scope=\"row\">\n<p>impact<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<td>\n<p>Guimar\u00e3es could add a new dimension to Arsenal&#8217;s midfield and be the perfect complement to Rice, Odegaard and Zvimendi. After scoring nine goals in the Premier League last season while anchoring Newcastle&#8217;s midfield, he proved he can influence games at both ends of the pitch.<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p>This approach echoes previous reports suggesting the Brazil international wants to move but has no intention of causing unnecessary tension with his current club.<\/p>\n<section class=\"emaki-custom-block emaki-custom-pullquote\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<div class=\"emaki-custom pullquote\" id=\"custom_block_17\">\n<div class=\"custom_block-content pullquote\">\n<p>&#8220;My understanding is that there have been no negotiations between the clubs, other than a call from Newcastle to Arsenal asking about their position. Nothing was clarified between the parties,&#8221; a source wrote to X.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"custom_block-content pullquote\">\n<p>&#8220;Belta would like Kia to handle all negotiations until a fair valuation is reached between both parties.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"custom_block-content pullquote\">\n<p>&#8220;Newcastle are aiming to secure a fee in the range of at least \u00a380m to \u00a385m.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div class=\"custom_block-content pullquote\">\n<p>&#8220;Bruno is fully supportive of this project and is waiting for his agent and Kia to respectfully address this situation.&#8221;<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p>From Arsenal&#8217;s point of view, patience may be their most valuable asset.<\/p>\n<p>Berta has a reputation for waiting until the right terms are in place rather than rushing into big-money deals, especially when negotiations involve Premier League rivals.<\/p>\n<p>With Newcastle determined to keep one of their biggest stars, Arsenal appear content to keep communication open while assessing whether the asking price softens as room for negotiations increases.<\/p>\n<p>There are also footballing reasons why the Gunners have remained so persistent.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-bruno-guimaraes-is-ideal-for-arsenal\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Bruno_Guimaraes_is_perfect_for_Arsenal\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Why Bruno Guimar\u00e3es is perfect for Arsenal<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Guimar\u00e3es has a quality that is hard to find elsewhere.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"w-promotion-offer promo-article-content-3\/4-depth w-promotion-widget\" data-popup=\"false\" data-sentinel-tracking=\"false\" style=\"min-height: 250px;\" data-promotion-zone=\"TmV3c2xldHRlciBBcnRpY2xlIENvbnRlbnQgV2lkZ2V0\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n                                        <link rel=\"stylesheet\" href=\"https:\/\/static0.footballfancastimages.com\/assets\/promotions.ef3db480.css\"\/>\n<\/aside>\n<p>His ability to dictate possession, aggressively recover the ball and lead by example will make him another elite option alongside Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard.<\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-vignette\">\n<div class=\"qz\">\n<div class=\"qz-content\">\n<div id=\"qend\">\n<p>you scored<\/p>\n<p>out of 20<\/p>\n<p>      <button class=\"e-replay\" onclick=\"startQuiz()\">\u21a9 Play again<\/button>\n    <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<p>The 28-year-old has experience at the highest level and years of experience to come.<\/p>\n<p>It remains unclear whether Arsenal will ultimately meet Newcastle&#8217;s demands.<\/p>\n<p>For now, the latest information suggests that the move remains at the relationship-building stage rather than being on the negotiating table.<\/p>\n<p>However, the player is reportedly confident in Arteta&#8217;s vision, with Arsenal still working behind the scenes and one of the Premier League&#8217;s biggest stories this summer is far from over.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"display-card  article article-card small  no-badge  active-content                              \" data-include-community-rating=\"false\" id=\"arsenal-transfers-club-brugge-christos-tzolis\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<p>                        <\/p>\n<p>                    <span data-field=\"label\" class=\"article-card-label\"><label>related<\/label><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-content regular article-block\">\n<h5 class=\"display-card-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Arsenal_suggest_major_deal_could_be_completed_by_Monday_as_Arteta_begins_pre-season\"><\/span>\n<p>\t\t\tArsenal suggest major deal could be completed by Monday as Arteta begins pre-season<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"display-card-excerpt\">The Gunners could seal his signature soon.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Arsenal&#8217;s pursuit of Bruno Guimar\u00e3es continues unabated. 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Since then, reports have suggested Guimar\u00e3es has told Newcastle he wants to move, Arsenal [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":33864,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[15],"tags":[44,4382,40,7891,3034,1215,47,2544,1274,5420],"class_list":["post-50231","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-football","tag-arsenal","tag-call","tag-football","tag-guimaraes","tag-insider","tag-latest","tag-newcastle","tag-phone","tag-shares","tag-understanding"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50231","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=50231"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/50231\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/33864"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=50231"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=50231"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=50231"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}