Arsenal linked with Bruno Guimarães: What it means for FPL

Arsenal are reportedly preparing a £60m offer for Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimarães, with the player apparently keen on a move to North London. This potential transfer could shake up the FPL landscape, particularly if Guimarães steps into a more advanced role at his new club and boosts his attacking returns.

By the numbers

• Position: MID
• Price: £7.2m
• Availability: fully available
• FPL expected points next GW (ep_next): 0.0
• This season: 101 pts, 1798 mins, 6 goals, 4 assists, 8 clean sheets, 91 defensive-contribution (DEFCON) pts, PPG 3.9, form 0.0, xGI 12.15, owned by 3.1%
• 2025/26: 101 pts, 1798 mins, 6 goals, 4 assists, 8 clean sheets
• 2024/25: 124 pts, 2428 mins, 6 goals, 6 assists, 10 clean sheets
• 2023/24: 183 pts, 2896 mins, 11 goals, 16 assists, 12 clean sheets

The FPL verdict

Bruno Guimarães would undoubtedly be a starter for Arsenal, bringing his robust midfield presence and consistent FPL returns. His minutes would be secure, and given Arsenal's strong offensive output, there's potential for an uplift in his attacking contributions.

Historically, Guimarães has shown a good blend of attacking and defensive points. While his defensive contribution (DEFCON) points are solid (91 this season), a move to Arsenal might see him deployed in a system that allows more attacking freedom, potentially increasing his goal and assist output beyond the 6 goals and 4 assists he managed this season. His xGI of 12.15 this season suggests he has the underlying attacking numbers to deliver more.

With a current ownership of just 3.1%, Guimarães could emerge as a significant differential. If he settles quickly and thrives in Arsenal's system, his price point of £7.2m for a proven Premier League midfielder with a track record of FPL points could make him an attractive option, especially if Arsenal's fixtures are favourable.

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