Arsenal remains determined to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, despite facing multiple rejections in their pursuit of the Brazilian midfielder. The Gunners have already had two bids turned down, but their resolve to secure Guimaraes as their "top target in central midfield" shows no signs of waning.

Recent reports indicate that Arsenal is preparing a third bid, rumored to exceed £70 million. Insider Ben Jacobs shared updates via Twitter, noting that although Newcastle has denied any formal talks, Arsenal is ramping up their interest.

Key details from the situation include:

• Arsenal's previous bids of £55 million and £65 million were rejected.
• The Gunners are confident that their upcoming offer will be accepted.
• Broad terms are reportedly already in place with Guimaraes.

Newcastle, having lost key player Sandro Tonali, faces a potential rebuild if they allow Guimaraes to leave. While the club insists they wish to retain him, the pressure from Arsenal and interest from another Premier League club complicate matters. A fresh start may be necessary for Newcastle after a challenging season, making the outcome of this transfer saga critical for both clubs.