Arsenal are reportedly closing in on a blockbuster move for Bruno Guimarães after agreeing to sell midfielder Christian Nørgaard to Everton in a deal worth around £7 million.

The departure of the Denmark international is expected to create room in Mikel Arteta’s midfield, paving the way for Arsenal to intensify their pursuit of Newcastle United captain Guimarães.

Nørgaard, who joined the Premier League champions to bolster their midfield options, is now set to continue his career at Everton after the two clubs reached an agreement over his transfer.

With the 31-year-old’s exit imminent, Arsenal are preparing to complete one of the summer’s biggest signings by bringing Guimarães to the Emirates Stadium.

The Brazil international has established himself as one of the Premier League’s standout midfielders since arriving at Newcastle, combining defensive discipline with creativity and leadership. His potential arrival would further strengthen an Arsenal side determined to defend their league title and compete for major honours in Europe.

Arteta has made midfield reinforcement a priority during the transfer window, and Guimarães is viewed as an ideal addition thanks to his experience, technical quality and ability to dictate the tempo of matches.

While negotiations are still ongoing, Arsenal are understood to be optimistic that the deal can be finalised, with Nørgaard’s move to Everton removing a key obstacle to completing the transfer.

Should the move go through, Guimarães would become one of Arsenal’s marquee signings of the summer as the Gunners continue reshaping their squad ahead of the new campaign.