Bruno Guimarães
Last updated October 2, 2026
Central Midfielder · #39 · Brazil
Season-by-Season Record
| Season | Apps | Goals | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 6 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 6 | 1 | 0 |
About Bruno Guimarães
Bruno Guimarães is a Brazilian central midfielder who joined Arsenal from Newcastle United in August 2026 for around £75m, a record fee for a midfielder aged 28. Born in Rio de Janeiro, he came through at Audax before winning four trophies with Athletico Paranaense, then spent two seasons at Lyon before Newcastle paid £40m for him in January 2022. On Tyneside he became captain, made 195 appearances, lifted the 2025 Carabao Cup and drove two Champions League qualifications. A 2020 Olympic gold medallist with 48 Brazil caps, he wears the number 39 in tribute to the plate on his father's taxi.
International Career — Brazil
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Frequently Asked Questions
How old is Bruno Guimarães?
Bruno Guimarães was born on 16 November 1997 in Rio de Janeiro, so he is 28 years old as of September 2026.
How tall is Bruno Guimarães?
Bruno Guimarães is 182 cm (6 ft 0 in) tall and weighs around 78 kg.
How much did Arsenal pay for Bruno Guimarães?
Arsenal paid Newcastle United an initial fee of around £75m in August 2026, the highest fee ever paid for a midfielder aged 28.
How much does Bruno Guimarães earn at Arsenal?
Bruno Guimarães is reported to earn around £250,000 per week at Arsenal, roughly £13m a year, up from £160,000 a week at Newcastle.
What shirt number does Bruno Guimarães wear at Arsenal?
He wears the number 39, the same number he wore at Newcastle and Lyon. It comes from the licence plate of the taxi his father Dick used to drive.
When does Bruno Guimarães' Arsenal contract expire?
He signed a four-year deal running until 30 June 2030, with Arsenal holding an option for a further year.