Arsenal latest: Bruno Guimaraes' reasons for requesting move as transfer wish to be fulfilled

Bruno Guimaraes' reasons for wanting to join Mikel Arteta's Arsenal have come to light as the Premier League champions close in on another summer signing

Arsenal are finally making their mark as the summer transfer window picks up pace.

With the World Cup dominating much of the global football landscape at present, Gunners supporters have had very little to celebrate in terms of exciting news surrounding their club since the window opened.

Piero Hincapie's £34.5million permanent move to the Emirates Stadium was always expected, meaning the announcement two weeks ago hardly sent N5 into party mode. Arsenal have since built on that by confirming the signing of back-up goalkeeper Illan Meslier on a free transfer from Leeds United.

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Yet, plenty more activity is anticipated between now and the end of the summer. Club co-chairman Josh Kroenke pledged at the end of last season to strengthen the squad after Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions for the first time in 22 years.

Despite Andrea Berta having not yet come close to spending the £250million he has reportedly been entrusted with to invest in new recruits, the Gunners' sporting director is working diligently behind the scenes on a number of deals. football.london now examines two of the most recent transfer developments concerning the English champions.

Christos Tzolis' transfer wish granted

Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a deal for Club Brugge winger Christos Tzolis. The Greece international, 24, is not thought to be the marquee signing Arsenal have been targeting for their left flank, with the move instead viewed internally as a replacement for the departing Leandro Trossard.

According to The Sun, the Gunners are edging towards an agreement to sign the former Norwich City man in a £35million deal. Tzolis, a self-confessed Arsenal supporter, declared earlier this year: "I hope that Arsenal come for me. If Arsenal come, it would be a privilege for any player to play for them."

Should Tzolis complete a move to Arsenal at that price, it would set a new record fee for a Greek international, surpassing the sum paid for Brighton's Babis Kostoulas. The winger contributed an impressive 22 goals and 29 assists in 52 appearances last season, attracting the attention of numerous top-level scouts.

Since arriving at Brugge in 2024, he has recorded 43 goals and 45 assists in 108 appearances. Tzolis is capable of operating on either flank as well as through the middle, and with his contract running until 2029, Club Brugge retain a strong negotiating position.

Bruno Guimaraes' reasons emerge

The motivations behind Bruno Guimaraes' desire to join Arsenal have come to light. The Gunners have reportedly reached an agreement on personal terms with the Newcastle United captain in recent days.

The midfielder has asked to leave despite the Magpies insisting he is not for sale. Arsenal are nonetheless understood to be preparing a bid, given that Guimaraes has made clear his wish to join Mikel Arteta's squad.

According to Fabrizio Romano, the opportunity to work under Arteta is one of the key driving forces behind the Brazil international's desire to secure a transfer. Romano also revealed that the player is keen to live in London and realise his sporting ambitions, which include competing in the Champions League and adding to his trophy cabinet - having had a brief taste of both during his time at Newcastle.

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