Manchester City continues to express interest in Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes and is considering offering one of two players on loan to St James’ Park as part of a deal to acquire him.
Despite speculation about his future, Newcastle has maintained a firm £100 million valuation for the Brazilian international. Guimaraes played a pivotal role in Newcastle’s impressive 2022/23 season, which saw them finish fourth in the Premier League.
However, Newcastle’s inability to qualify for European competition last season has fueled further rumors regarding Guimaraes’ potential departure.
Pep Guardiola, the Manchester City manager, is reportedly an admirer of Guimaraes and is exploring ways to negotiate his transfer fee, as the club is reluctant to meet the £100 million asking price.
Additionally, with Kevin De Bruyne potentially moving to Al-Ittihad in Saudi Arabia, as reported earlier this month, City sees Guimaraes as a potential replacement.
Although filling the Belgian star’s shoes will be challenging, Guimaraes’ versatility and quality could make him a valuable addition to the squad. He has made 107 appearances for Newcastle since joining in January 2022, contributing 16 assists during this time.
Manchester City is considering offering up to £80 million for Guimaraes, along with the possibility of including Rico Lewis or Oscar Bobb on loan as part of the deal.
While Newcastle would make a significant profit from selling Guimaraes, the club is reportedly hesitant to accept any offers, as losing the midfielder would leave a significant gap in their squad.
Newcastle fans witnessed Guimaraes’ impact during the last season, and the prospect of losing him is concerning. Both Lewis and Bobb have potential, with Lewis having made 26 appearances for City last season and demonstrating his ability to play as a defensive midfielder or right-back. However, Newcastle’s reluctance to accept an £80 million offer, plus a player on loan, indicates the high value they place on Guimaraes.
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