Bruno Guimaraes reveals private Declan Rice message after sealing Arsenal transfer

Arsenal have announced the £75million arrival of Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United, bringing the Brazilian midfielder to north London ahead of the new season. The transfer ends Guimaraes' spell at St James' Park and sees him line up alongside Declan Rice in the Gunners' engine room.

According to Mirror Football, Guimaraes has revealed that Rice sent him a private message after the move was sealed. The England international, who has been at Arsenal since 2023, reportedly reached out to welcome his new team-mate and discuss their upcoming partnership in midfield.

The pair have faced each other on multiple occasions as opponents, most recently in Premier League and cup meetings between Arsenal and Newcastle. Now they are set to share a dressing room, adding depth and quality to Mikel Arteta's squad as the club push for major honours.

For fans wanting to relive some of the best moments from Guimaraes' time at Newcastle or his previous clashes with Arsenal, related match highlights are available on this site.