The 28-year-old Guimarães has joined the Gunners on an undisclosed transfer deal, bringing an end to months of speculation surrounding his future. According to L'Équipe Football, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised Guimarães' qualities after the match, saying: "He wants to write a great page in the history of the club." Arteta's comments suggest that Guimarães is expected to make a significant impact at the Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal's signing of Guimarães marks a major coup for the club, which has struggled with transfer dealings in the past. The Gunners have previously failed in three summer transfers in 1999, 2013, and 2014. However, the arrival of Guimarães has brought a much-needed boost to the team's morale, particularly ahead of the new season.
The friendly match against Dortmund, which Arsenal lost 3-2, provided an opportunity for Guimarães to make his debut for the club. The Brazilian midfielder will now look to establish himself as a key player for the Gunners, with the new season set to kick off in the coming weeks.