Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes has told the club he wants to join Arsenal, it has been confirmed to Sky Sports News.

Newcastle are not making any comment on the situation, and Sky Sports News understands Arsenal have made no contact with them over the availability of the midfielder.

However, it is understood the conditions of a deal for the 28-year-old have been explored via intermediaries.

Guimaraes has two years left on his Newcastle contract, with a year's option to extend to the summer of 2029.

Newcastle have no interest in selling the Brazil international.

Their stance has been consistent all summer - they insist their captain is not for sale and they are not welcoming any bids.

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