Bruno Guimaraes has informed Newcastle United of his wish to leave St James’ Park and join Arsenal.
The Premier League champions are stepping up their pursuit of the 28-year-old and have indicated a willingness to pay up to £60million for the midfielder.
The Athletic reported in June that Arsenal had a verbal offer — worth below £60m — rebuffed.
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