Arsenal transfer news: Bruno Guimaraes' dad speaks out as Gunners set for delayed arrival

Arsenal are expected to be busy in the transfer window over the coming weeks, with Bruno Guimaraes among those linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium

Arsenal are approaching a pivotal point in the summer window, one that will largely determine their fortunes in the coming season.

With the World Cup drawing to a close this week, attention will return to club football and, with it, the transfer market. Despite no marquee signings being confirmed as yet, Gunners sporting director Andrea Berta has been playing a patient game.

The Italian has scoured the market in search of the best available deals while reportedly making headway by agreeing personal terms with several key targets, including Bruno Guimaraes and Morgan Rogers.

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The remainder of this month promises to be a whirlwind, given that last year saw Arsenal confirm a remarkable six signings in July alone. While such a volume of additions appears unlikely this time around, it is expected that Berta and Mikel Arteta will look to bring in several high-calibre recruits before the season gets underway with the Community Shield fixture against Manchester City on August 16.

Now, football.london casts an eye over two of the most significant transfer stories surrounding the reigning Premier League champions in recent days.

Eight Arsenal stars set to miss matches

The eight Arsenal players who have reached the semi-finals of the World Cup have been given a return date to club football. All players are officially entitled to a minimum of 21 days off as part of their summer break. While this can be waived, players are generally encouraged to take the full allowance to ensure adequate recovery ahead of the forthcoming season.

David Raya, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi, William Saliba, Bukayo Saka, Eberechi Eze, Noni Madueke and Declan Rice are all scheduled to feature in World Cup semi-final fixtures this week. Should any be knocked out, their return would not be expected until after the pre-season friendly against Real Betis on August 5 in Dublin.

They would also be absent for the friendly against Girona on August 1. August 9, an Emirates Cup clash against Borussia Dortmund, is Arsenal's next fixture and the point at which their uninjured players, who have not reached the final, are expected to return.

Of course, several players, including Rice, Saka and Saliba, have been managing fitness concerns of late and may return at a later stage.

Bruno Guimaraes' dad goes public

Arsenal target Bruno Guimaraes' father has spoken out following his son's crucial penalty miss for Brazil at the World Cup. The Newcastle United star, who has reportedly informed the Magpies of his desire to move to north London this summer, squandered a decisive spot-kick against Norway earlier this month.

The midfielder's penalty miss resulted in Martin Odegaard's side securing a stunning triumph over Brazil in the last 16. Dick Guimaraes shared a pointed message regarding his son on Instagram just days after Brazil's exit amid the persistent transfer speculation linking him with Arsenal.

Translated from Portuguese, via Newcastle World, the post stated: "You need courage to enter the arena and do what needs to be done. From the stands, it is very easy to give opinions."

Newcastle have maintained their captain, Guimaraes, is not for sale. Arsenal are claimed to be contemplating a bid regardless, given that Guimaraes has informed them he would like to join Arteta's side.

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