Bruno Guimaraes and the Arsenal logo (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)Newcastle United have confirmed that Bruno Guimaraes is joining Arsenal, with club chiefs Ross Wilson and David Hopkinson speaking out on the transfer. Meanwhile, Hopkinson paid tribute to Guimaraes by admitting Arsenal are getting a “special” player. Newcastle confirm Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal sale“What we had to weigh up was, very respectfully from Bruno with his behaviour towards us, very emotionally as well, he effectively told us he wanted to leave and move on,” Newcastle sporting director Wilson said, as quoted by BBC Sport. “Is it a good deal for Newcastle United? I believe it is, but Arsenal are getting a very special player and person.