Arsenal’s pursuit of Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes has received another twist after club legend Alan Shearer expressed confidence that the Brazilian will remain at St James’ Park this summer.
The Gunners have admired Guimaraes for several years and are once again exploring the possibility of bringing the midfielder to north London as Mikel Arteta looks to strengthen the heart of his squad. Reports suggest Arsenal have already held discussions with the player’s representatives and are weighing up a bid worth around £65 million.
Despite the growing speculation, Newcastle have maintained that their captain is not available for transfer. The club view Guimaraes as a central figure in Eddie Howe’s long-term plans, even after a disappointing campaign that ended without European qualification.
Shearer believes selling the Brazil international would send the wrong message, particularly after Newcastle have already faced uncertainty surrounding other key players. He argued that losing one of the club’s most influential performers would be difficult for supporters to accept and expects Guimaraes to remain on Tyneside.
The former England striker also questioned the reliability of much of the transfer speculation circulating on social media, suggesting that many rumours surrounding Guimaraes’ future should be treated with caution.
While uncertainty continues at club level, Guimaraes has enhanced his reputation with another outstanding FIFA World Cup campaign for Brazil.
The 28-year-old played a decisive role in Brazil’s dramatic victory over Japan, providing the assist for Gabriel Martinelli’s stoppage-time winner to send the five-time world champions into the last 16. His creative performances have made him one of the standout midfielders at the tournament and further strengthened Arsenal supporters’ hopes of seeing him at the Emirates Stadium.
Martinelli admitted the late winner ranked among the biggest moments of his international career and credited the team’s belief after Brazil secured progression to the knockout stages. The Arsenal forward had struck the post in the previous match but remained confident another opportunity would arrive, with Guimaraes eventually providing the decisive pass against Japan.
Although Arsenal continue to monitor the situation closely, Newcastle remain determined to resist offers for their captain, leaving any potential deal likely to depend on a significant change in the Magpies’ position later in the transfer window.
