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Arsenal have strengthened their midfield with the high-profile signing of Brazil international Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United. The hard-tackling midfielder has signed a long-term contract at the Emirates Stadium and arrives determined to build a lasting legacy in north London.

Arsenal have now officially announced the arrival of Guimaraes from Newcastle, with the Brazilian midfielder putting pen to paper on a long-term deal at the Emirates Stadium. The transfer ends his four-and-a-half-year stay at St James’ Park, where he made nearly 200 appearances.

Guimaraes said he feels Arsenal is the right club for the next phase of his career. The former Lyon midfielder made it clear that his aims go beyond merely joining a new side, with trophies and a place in the club’s history firmly among his objectives.

In his first official interview as an Arsenal player, Guimaraes explained why he felt ready to make the switch. The midfielder also set out the qualities he believes he will add to his new team.

“I’m very excited,” he said. “I’m at the point in my life where I need a challenge like this. I want to win trophies, I want to make history and I think I’m in the right place to do it. I’m so excited to start.”

“I can pass the ball, run a lot and play like a warrior, I’ll never give up. I will try to help the team, [I’m] good with the ball, composed, very calm, and sometimes I can score some goals and hope to make everyone very, very happy here.”

Guimaraes has earned a reputation for his aggressive style and technical quality, and he is eager to bring that same mindset to Arsenal. He described himself as a “warrior” and underlined his determination to keep fighting for the side.

“It’s massive what I have done so far, but I want more. I want to win for Arsenal. I want to win more trophies in my career, and I think I’m in the right place, at my peak at 28 years old,” he explained.

“I’m so excited to join. Here, wearing this shirt, you have to go for winning trophies, winning everything we can and make history. I want to put my name in the club history. Someday, when I leave, I want players to come here and say I want to do exactly what Bruno did for the club. I think it’s the best thing that a player can do for the club: create history and inspire the young.”

Guimaraes added: “The message for me is thank you for everything you have done. All the messages you gave me, I’m so excited to join you. I will give you my best, I promise. Like I said, I’m your warrior, I’ll never give up. Hopefully we can create many, many good memories together.”

Guimaraes is set to link up with his new team-mates straight away as he begins life at Arsenal. His immediate priority will be settling into his new environment and showing supporters the qualities that convinced him to take on this challenge.