Beijing time (CET) 27 June, Luke Edwards, Newcastle correspondent for The Daily Telegraph, published an article discussing Newcastle's transfer situation. The reporter stated that Arsenal has not made a verbal offer for Guimaraes.

Edwards said Newcastle was surprised by reports that they had rejected a £60 million offer from Arsenal, claiming the reports were unfounded.

However, it appears that details of informal discussions about Guimaraes' future leaked to the media. The leaker seemed eager to publicize this information.

Sources insisted they have not received any verbal offer from Arsenal, even through intermediaries. They were only informed that Arsenal is interested in the player and may make an offer if Newcastle were willing to sell.

Newcastle is unwilling to sell this key player and will not consider any offer. However, this is likely not the end of this transfer saga, but rather the beginning of a carefully planned transfer operation by all parties involved.

Newcastle emphasized that if Arsenal were genuinely interested in recruiting their captain, they would have already informed Director of Football Ross Wilson or CEO David Hopkinson long ago. However, agents do not operate in isolation, and although Guimaraes himself has not expressed a desire to leave, history suggests that nothing is certain.

While Tottenham Hotspur has led the chase for Tonali, The Daily Telegraph Sport revealed that Manchester City has also held routine discussions with Newcastle United.

Manchester City has been monitoring Tonali for over a year and has asked to be kept informed of any transfer developments. Tonali is aware of Manchester City's interest, and although he is also interested in Tottenham Hotspur's approach, he understands he could face a difficult decision if Manchester City submit a formal offer.

After Manchester City completed the signing of English international Kalvin Phillips this week, they are likely to intensify their pursuit of Tonali, a development also anticipated by Newcastle United. Newcastle has already identified potential replacements.

What surprised Newcastle was that Tottenham Hotspur moved first, with their offer of around £75 million rejected last week. Both clubs have been in contact since, but Tottenham has not made a second bid.

Tonali is willing to move to London and enjoys playing under De Zerbi, but he could genuinely move to Manchester City if both parties agree on the transfer fee. From a football perspective, Manchester City is clearly more attractive given they will compete in the Champions League and challenge for the Premier League title next season.

Newcastle United expects to receive around £100 million for Tonali and has made clear to Tonali's agent that they will not sell unless their asking price is met.

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