Arsenal face Vinicius Jr setback as Bruno Guimaraes bid goes in

Max Dowman impressed in Arsenal training with a deft through ball for Gabriel Jesus, two unselfish assists and a Bukayo Saka-style right-foot finish.
Jurrien Timber has returned to London from Arsenal's Spain camp as part of his groin rehabilitation, with no setback reported and an expected return to the squad.
Analysis argues Arsenal must land a genuine superstar, such as Vinicius Junior or Bruno Guimaraes, to build on the title and keep pace with rivals' spending.
Reports say Arteta prefers Nico Williams to Vinicius Junior, valuing defensive work and lower cost as Arsenal assess left-wing options amid Martinelli uncertainty.
Fabrizio Romano says Arsenal are 'attentive' to Julian Alvarez's situation at Atletico Madrid, but no concrete talks have begun over a possible move.
Liverpool have agreed personal terms with Arsenal target Bradley Barcola, though a fee with PSG is still needed in a deal reportedly worth more than £100m.
With Arsenal linked to Vinicius Jr, the piece revisits past Real Madrid deals for Julio Baptista, Mesut Ozil and Martin Odegaard.
Arsenal are monitoring Jules Kounde after Barcelona opened the door to a sale, but Tottenham are showing the strongest interest and could bid about 65m euros.
Arsenal are reportedly considering Bournemouth’s Alex Scott as an alternative to Bruno Guimaraes if a £70m deal cannot be struck with Newcastle.
Arsenal have turned to alternatives after missing out on Morgan Rogers.
A tactical look at how Arsenal could use Vinicius Jr in a 4-3-3, 4-4-2 or 4-2-3-1, with Gabriel Martinelli still starting through his flexibility and defensive work.
Arsenal remain keen on Vinicius Jr, but his Real Madrid contract standoff and salary demands could make any deal record-breaking. The club also want at least £15m for Fabio Vieira.
After William Saliba’s back injury, Arsenal have added Como centre-back Jacobo Ramon to their shortlist. Chelsea interest may fade as the Blues close in on Maxence Lacroix.
Arsenal have submitted an increased official bid for Bruno Guimaraes, stepping up talks after earlier enquiries were rebuffed. Newcastle’s response is now awaited.
Real Madrid are due to hold contract talks with Vinicius Jr this week. Arsenal remain attentive, but Jose Mourinho wants the winger to stay and some at the club fear a move is futile.
Former Arsenal defender Takehiro Tomiyasu is in talks with Crystal Palace over a permanent deal after training with the club following an injury-hit spell at Ajax.
Despite Sky Sports saying Vinicius Jr will stay, the piece argues Arsenal fans can still hope, citing his contract situation and Real Madrid’s move for Yan Diomande.
With Vinicius expected to stay at Real Madrid, Arsenal may turn to left-wing alternatives including Barcola, Nico Williams and Rashford in their search for a marquee signing.
An opinion piece argues Arsenal’s squad could suit a 3-4-3, with wing-backs providing width, a midfield box behind the forwards, and support tailored to Viktor Gyokeres.
Arsenal face Manchester United competition for Eduardo Camavinga, with Real Madrid reportedly open to a sale as the Gunners assess midfield reinforcements.
A predicted Arsenal XI for the Coventry opener includes new signings Cristhian Mosquera and Christos Tzolis, with White favoured over Timber and Dowman tipped to start.
Arsenal are in Girona for pre-season, with Gabriel Magalhaes and Martinelli due soon, Odegaard next week, and Saka, Rice, Raya, Merino and Zubimendi returning later.
Arsenal risk missing out on Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi, with Manchester City reportedly advancing talks as Arteta's side weigh midfield options.
Real Madrid are reportedly willing to listen to offers for Arsenal target Brahim Diaz, but the midfielder wants to fight for his place, leaving any move uncertain.
Sky Sports say Vinicius Jr ‘will be staying’ at Real Madrid, who have no intention of selling and are confident of agreeing a new contract despite Arsenal interest.