Bruno’s a warrior with intuition, leadership and charisma: Arteta

Mikel Arteta and Bruno Guimaraes. Pics/AFP

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Coach Mikel Arteta has backed new signing Bruno Guimaraes to "ignite something different" in English Premier League champions Arsenal, who are preparing to defend their title in the upcoming season which begins on August 21.

The Brazilian international was introduced to Gunners fans ahead of Sunday's 2-3 friendly loss to Borussia Dortmund, after completing a move from Newcastle. The deal was reported to be worth £75 million (approx Rs 966 crore).

The 28-year-old will strengthen an already impressive midfield featuring Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, Mikel Merino, Martin Zubimendi and Eberechi Eze. "He [Guimaraes] is a warrior with tremendous qualities. His intuition, leadership and charisma are going to help us. He will really ignite something different in the team. I think he's going to push his teammates as well and that's the type of player we need," said Arteta.

Guimaraes will also be expected to play a key role in Arsenal's Champions League campaign, where they will be looking to go one step further, having lost last season's final to PSG 3-4 on penalties.

The midfielder's first test is likely to come in the FA Community Shield vs Manchester City on August 16. Arsenal begin their EPL campaign the following week (August 21) against newly-promoted Coventry City.

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