Arsenal are on the brink of officially announcing the transfer of 28-year-old midfielder Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United.
The transfer fee is expected to be around £80 million, a figure reached after negotiations refined Arsenal's initial offer of £60 million against Newcastle's £100 million asking price.
ESPN journalist Bruno Andrade has revealed details surrounding the payment structure:
This transfer involves numerous details and bonuses that Newcastle United and Arsenal do not plan to disclose. I've spoken to parties involved in the negotiations: the actual amount of the deal between the clubs is higher due to additional clauses.
The bonus system: Newcastle United has secured additional payments based on the number of matches Guimaraes plays for Arsenal and the trophies won at the Emirates Stadium.
Championship ambitions: The addition of the midfielder is aimed at bolstering Mikel Arteta's squad as they seek to defend their Premier League title and make a stronger impact in the Champions League.
