Bruno Guimaraes' release clause expires in just HOURS and Newcastle are determined to retain the Brazilian star
Time is running out for clubs wanting to sign Bruno Guimaraes from Newcastle United.
The midfielder's £100m release clause expires at midnight on Monday, June 24, leaving suitors just hours away from the end.
However, Newcastle It is understood that they have absolutely no intention of allowing Guimaraes Go if you can avoid it.
The 26-year-old has scored 17 goals in his 107 appearances for the Magpies since arriving in 2022.
He was instrumental in ensuring Champions League football for them last season, as Newcastle claimed a fourth place finish in the 2022/23 season.
Naturally, the Brazilian has sparked great interest from several clubs, including city of manchester and PSG.
Arsenal They are also reported to have been eyeing the midfielder, but any club would have to act quickly to activate the release clause by paying £100m.
The Gunners are keen to bolster their potential attacking and midfield options ahead of next season, with Amadou Onana another possible target.
While Newcastle would not be happy to let such a valuable member of their team go, they would have no choice but to let Guimaraes go if another club triggers the clause before midnight.
The real possibility of that clause being activated, given the imminent deadline, is practically nil, and Newcastle does not expect any club to activate it either.
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In fact, Guimaraes has not shown any signs of wanting to be anywhere else either.
He signed a new five-year contract with Newcastle in October 2023 and at that time, he told the club's website how happy he felt at this stage of his life.
“I'm absolutely delighted,” he said. “The fans have made me feel at home since my first day here and I feel very loved in my life.
“I'm very happy here. It's a very comfortable place to be and I hope to continue making the fans happy and helping the team do well. That's my goal, because there are no words to describe how happy I am to be.” . here.
“I remember that in my first interview I said that I wanted to play for this club in the Champions League and now it is happening. We are doing very well and when I look at my teammates on the field, I am very proud of them. Everyone. I am proud of everyone: the team, the staff, the owners and the fans.
“The city believes again and it's incredible what we've done for the team. I hope this can continue. It's amazing what has happened in my life in the last two years.”
Meanwhile, another name Newcastle are determined to keep at the club is that of the Swedish striker. Alejandro Isak.
As talkSPORT revealed in April, Isak has held talks over signing a new contract at St James' Park and talks are believed to be progressing positively.
Newcastle hope to sell sought-after teenager Yankuba Minteh, wanted by Everton and Lyon, among others, will ease your concerns about the PSR rules.
Striker Callum WilsonEngland defense Kieran Trippier and midfielder Sean Longstaff are other players who could be set to cash in ahead of the star duo Guimaraes and Isak.
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Eddie Howe's men have already signed Bournemouth defender Lloyd Kelly on a free transfer and are in advanced talks with Burnley over a £20m move for goalkeeper James Trafford and Everton for striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Newcastle will begin their 2024/25 Premier League campaign at home to Southampton on Saturday 17 August.
