Liverpool are weighing up a move for one of Europe’s most sought-after midfielders, with reports suggesting the club could be ready to spend around €80 million to strengthen Arne Slot’s options ahead of the new season.
The Reds are expected to be active in the market as they shape the squad for Slot’s first campaign in charge, and midfield remains an area under close review despite last summer’s overhaul. Liverpool have been linked with several high-profile names in recent weeks, but the latest claims point to a new priority emerging.
According to reports, Liverpool have identified Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimarães as a leading target. The Brazil international has become one of the Premier League’s standout midfield performers, valued for his range of passing, energy off the ball and ability to control games under pressure.
Newcastle are not believed to be pushing to sell, but the financial realities of the market and the pressure of Profit and Sustainability rules have continued to fuel speculation around key players at St James’ Park. A fee in the region of €80 million has been mentioned as the level Liverpool may need to reach to make a deal possible.
Guimarães has a contract that keeps him on Tyneside until 2028 and is central to Eddie Howe’s plans. Any negotiation would likely be difficult, and Newcastle’s stance is expected to be firm unless they decide they must raise funds. Liverpool, however, are monitoring the situation closely as they explore ways to add top-level quality to their midfield group.
Elsewhere, Real Madrid youngster Arda Güler has spoken about the rising noise linking him with a switch to Arsenal. The Turkish international has been watched closely since arriving in Spain, and his flashes of quality have kept interest high despite limited minutes in a star-studded squad.
Güler has insisted he is focused on Madrid and wants to succeed at the Bernabéu, playing down the speculation around his future. While he did not completely shut the door on what comes next in his career, his message was clear: his priority is to make an impact where he is rather than chase headlines elsewhere.
Arsenal’s interest has been framed as part of Mikel Arteta’s search for more creativity and depth in attack, particularly with a schedule that demands rotation and options across multiple competitions. Even so, any move would depend on Madrid’s plans and whether Güler feels his pathway to regular football is opening up.
For now, Liverpool’s attention appears fixed on the midfield market, with Guimarães emerging as a name to watch as the summer window develops. Arsenal, meanwhile, may have to be patient if they intend to test Madrid’s resolve over one of Europe’s most promising young talents.
