Transfer: Bruno Guimarães Faces Battle To Take Preferred Shirt Number At Arsenal

Bruno Guimarães could face an unexpected challenge over his preferred shirt number when his move to Arsenal is officially completed.

The Brazilian midfielder has already undergone his medical ahead of his transfer from Newcastle United, with the deal expected to be confirmed in the coming days.

Guimarães hopes to wear the number 39 shirt, a number that holds special meaning for him. It is a tribute to his father, whose taxi in Rio de Janeiro carried the number 039.

However, the number 39 shirt is currently occupied by Arsenal youngster Levi Copple.

If Guimarães wants to continue wearing his preferred number at Arsenal, he may have to reach an agreement with Copple before the transfer is finalized.