Bruno Guimaraes has dropped a subtle hint on social media as Newcastle United supporters search for hope that he will stay this summer.
Bruno Guimaraes has changed his profile picture back to him in Newcastle United colours following Brazil’s humiliating World Cup exit.
And given the ongoing transfer saga with Arsenal, many Toon fans are taking this as a positive sign regarding the midfielder’s future. Guimaraes is yet to return to first-team training after being given an extended break due to his international commitments.
It is understood that he wants to move to the Premier League champions this summer. But unlike Alexander Isak, Guimaraes is wary of damaging his beloved standing with the Newcastle supporters.
As it stands, Newcastle are yet to receive a concrete offer from Arsenal. While the club wish to avoid an Isak 2.0, they do not want – or need – to sell their captain.
Offloading Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali has given the Magpies headroom in the market. For now, Newcastle sit and wait for the Gunners to formalise their interest.
Unlike the Isak saga – where the transfer fee was never considered an obstacle – the disparity in valuation is a stumbling block. Any sale would be done on Newcastle’s terms, who are keen to avoid looking weak after already losing two high-profile stars.
Eagle-eyed Newcastle fans have noticed Guimaraes changing his profile picture following the World Cup. In a world of subtle messaging, many have suggested this bodes well for the season ahead.
Guimaraes has not publicly commented on the Arsenal speculation. His intermediaries have been working behind the scenes to facilitate a move while he enjoys post-season downtime.
But the Gunners could be as wide as £40million short of Newcastle’s valuation. Despite turning 29 in November, as the club’s captain and talisman, Arsenal would need to get closer to the £100million ballpark that Tottenham Hotspur paid for Sandro Tonali.
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