Man Utd prepares to fight with Man City for the signing of Bruno Guimaraes
manchester united are ready to fight city of manchester for the signing of Newcastle UnitedEdit Midfielder Bruno Guimaraes, according to Spanish publication AS..
The 26-year-old Brazilian is said to have a £100million release clause in his current contract with the Magpies. according to AS. The report says Man City are willing to pay that figure if they can spread the cost over three instalments.
However, the current English champions are not the only ones interested in acquiring his services. Clubs like Liverpool and Chelsea They have been in contact with the player in the past and are expected to return in the summer, while AS He claims that Manchester United is also thinking about signing the South American.
Guimaraes has been the cornerstone of Eddie Howe's project at St. James' Park and this season has been no different. The Brazilian has been an ever-present, playing 39 times for the Magpies, scoring three goals and providing seven assists in all competitions.
Advantage, Man Utd?
Despite all the interest in Guimaraes and the astronomical price it could cost to sign him, AS says there is optimism in the Man Utd camp regarding this signing for one reason: Dan Ashworth.
Newcastle United's sporting director has been placed on gardening leave amid an imminent move to Man Utd. The expectation is that when the Red Devils can agree a compensation fee with the Magpies and Ashworth arrives at Old Trafford, he can bring Guimaraes with him.
Having a familiar face from the opposition camp on our side, especially when trying to beat elite competition, really helps and Man Utd will hope Ashworth's presence will help them convince Guimaraes to choose the Red Devils over other interested parties.
Considering the fact that casemiro has looked a pale shadow of his former imperious self, there is a chance the Red Devils will look to move him on in the summer. Replacing the previous one real Madrid A man with another Brazilian who is at his best would be the perfect option for the club.
One thing the club must not forget is the fact that influencers like Ashworth are just an asset when it comes to negotiations. The main determining factor would be the sports project that we can offer. Unless Utd can offer something that is attractive enough for Guimaraes, he is not likely to choose them over the likes of City. Let's wait and see how it goes.
