Boost for Arsenal as Newcastle consider bid for Nmecha to replace Guimaraes

Boost for Arsenal as Newcastle consider bid for Nmecha to replace GuimaraesArsenal have been handed a massive boost in their pursuit of Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, with football news reports claiming that the Magpies are already lining up a replacement.Newcastle are reportedly showing interest in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, spicing up what’s already one of the summer’s most interesting transfer sagas.While the Magpies insist that Bruno Guimaraes is not available for sale, their pursuit of another central midfielder could be seen as sensible planning should circumstances change before the transfer window closes.

Arsenal are one of the several clubs closely monitoring Guimaraes’ future. The Brazilian midfielder has been admired by the north London side for some time, and reports suggest the Gunners have already held initial discussions with his representatives to better understand his current situation at St James’ Park.While Arsenal are believed to have made an informal proposal worth around £55 million, there has been no official approach to Newcastle.

The Magpies have also maintained that Guimaraes is not on the market, making it clear through the player’s representatives that they have no intention of selling one of their most influential stars.Despite that stance, Newcastle’s reported interest in Nmecha has inevitably sparked speculation about their long-term plans in midfield.The Dortmund midfielder has continued to bolster his reputation over the past year and has impressed during Germany’s World Cup campaign.

After scoring against Curacao, he also provided an assist in Germany’s dramatic late victory over Ivory Coast, showing his ability to influence matches.Those performances have only increased interest in the midfielder, who has developed into one of Dortmund’s key players.Newcastle’s interest in Nmecha could be a case of preparing for every possible scenario.

Alongside Guimaraes, fellow midfielder Sandro Tonali has also attra