Newcastle United set to fight to keep Bruno Guimaraes amid links with Man United

The Magpies are still optimistic about securing a fresh deal for the 28 year old, though insiders suggest that discussions, which started earlier this year, have lately slowed down as the Brazilian prioritises getting back to peak condition. 

Discussions should pick up again after the season ends, at which time his situation might have shifted considerably.

Newcastle are determined to hold onto him, yet doubts are growing from outside influences, with teams set to play in Europe’s elite competitions next term showing keen interest, knowing that Newcastle might miss out on those spots. 

Manchester City and Arsenal hold ongoing admiration for him, and connections to Manchester United have grown stronger lately.

Flashscore contacts confirm that claims of progressed discussions with United are inaccurate, as no firm talks are happening right now.

Newcastle’s main worry is not any one particular bidder but the increasing feeling that Guimaraes is at a pivotal point in his career. 

He feels at home on Tyneside and seems content with the club, but those inside realise that aligning with his goals could be tough if performances do not pick up.

Newcastle have exited the Champions League after a Last 16 defeat to Barcelona, and they are not well placed to return to that stage soon.

Trophies are beyond them already, and a European spot hangs in the balance given their standing in the league. This leaves the club grappling with the wider problem of reassuring star players that the vision is still solid.

This issue goes further than Guimaraes, since Sandro Tonali, Tino Livramento and Nick Woltemade could all attract bids in the summer, highlighting the difficulty ahead for Newcastle’s leadership. 

By comparison, Anthony Gordon is seen as off limits at present.

Guimaraes has an agreement until 2028, yet the club plan to lengthen it and boost his pay to eliminate any uncertainty about his long term stay.

The next few weeks will be vital, as Newcastle do not merely hope for Guimaraes to remain, they require his dedication to prevent a gap forming between aspirations and actual progress.