Key Takeaways:
- Arsenal and Newcastle United reached an agreement in principle for the €90m transfer of Bruno Guimaraes
- Bruno Guimaraes, aged 28, has settled personal terms with Arsenal for a five-year contract
- Lyon are set to earn €8m from the transfer due to a 20% sell-on clause from the original €50m deal made six years ago
Agreement Reached for Guimaraes Transfer
Arsenal and Newcastle United have come to terms on a €90m agreement in principle for the Brazil international midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, according to a report released on Friday by L’Equipe. The 28-year-old has already finalised personal terms with Arsenal for a five-year deal at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal, who were initially discouraged by Newcastle’s €100m valuation, managed to reach a compromise after persistent negotiations with the Magpies.
🚨 BREAKING: Arsenal and Newcastle have reached a €90M agreement in principle for Bruno Guimarães! 💰
An agreement in principle of €90M has been reached this Friday between Arsenal and Newcastle for Bruno Guimarães. The club is working fast to conclude the final details over… pic.twitter.com/ve1WjsHQsM
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Key Details and Financial Considerations
The €90m offer, made by Arsenal on Friday, prompted Newcastle United to reconsider their stance. While specifics related to potential add-ons and agent fees are still under discussion, the transfer appears likely to proceed. Bruno Guimaraes is now expected to make the switch to north London, pending the finalisation of remaining contractual details.
Lyon Set for Windfall from Sell-On Clause
Lyon, who parted ways with Guimaraes six years ago in a €50m transfer, have a 20% sell-on clause in place. This means the French club will receive €8m from the midfielder’s impending move to Arsenal, as stipulated in the original deal.
