Arsenal set for a questionable third Bruno Guimaraes bid after £65M rejected

Arsenal are preparing a third transfer offer for Newcastle’s Bruno Guimarães after a £65 million bid was rejected, sparking debate over whether a fee potentially reaching £90 million is justified for the midfielder as he approaches his 29th birthday.

According to prominent transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Arsenal are aggressively stepping up their pursuit of Bruno Guimarães, readying a third official proposal.

The North London giants just saw an improved £65 million package knocked back by Newcastle United, who remain heavily resistant to losing their midfield anchor.

However, inside sources reveal a breakthrough is highly realistic if the bidding climbs into the £65 million to £90 million region. The heavy valuation triggers immediate debate.

Guimarães is 28 and celebrates his 29th birthday this November, leaving him with a tighter window of absolute physical prime. Balanced against that is his contract security; with two years left on his current deal, Newcastle hold the leverage to demand a premium.

For Arsenal, the price tags represents an immediate investment into proven Premier League class rather than long-term resale value.