A David Raya penalty save sparked a rapid turnaround at the Stadium of Light, leading to goals from Bruno Guimaraes and Bukayo Saka to keep the Gunners atop the table.
Bolstered by squad continuity and new midfield additions, Arsenal enters the new campaign as the overwhelming favorite among experts despite widespread managerial changes across the league.
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Arsenal have reached a formal agreement with Newcastle United to sign captain Bruno Guimaraes for a £75 million fee. The midfielder has been given permission to travel for a medical after intervening directly to leave the club.
Captain Bruno Guimaraes missed the initial team flight to Spain as Newcastle appoints Matthias Jaissle following the abrupt exit of Eddie Howe.
The potential move follows the immediate departure of manager Eddie Howe and Newcastle's failure to qualify for European competition.
Newcastle United face a squad overhaul and leadership void as Eddie Howe departs amid high-profile player exits to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Barcelona.
Arsenal are intensifying their pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes, preparing a second offer for the Brazil international as they look to strengthen their midfield.