Manchester United are in advanced talks to sign Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes in a deal worth around €80m (£69m), according to Reuters journalist Fernando Kallas.
The Old Trafford side are targeting the 28-year-old midfielder as a replacement for Casemiro, who has already announced he will leave the club at the end of his contract in June.
United face competition for Guimaraes’ signature from long-term admirers Real Madrid, who were first advised to sign the Brazilian by their former manager Carlo Ancelotti three years ago.
Newcastle remain in a strong negotiating position for the midfielder, who is under contract until the summer of 2028.
Man Utd Enter Talks for Bruno Guimaraes
Newcastle United's Bruno Guimaraes celebrates vs Crystal Palace
According to Kallas, Newcastle’s elimination from the Champions League following a heavy 8-3 aggregate defeat to Barcelona has paved the way for Guimaraes’ potential departure this summer.
Eddie Howe’s side appear unlikely to return to European competition next season, sitting ninth in the Premier League with eight games left to play.
Manchester United are believed to have made initial contact with Guimaraes, described as 'one of the best midfielders in the world' by Adam Joseph, and received indications that mutual interest could help smooth the path to an agreement.
The Old Trafford side are reportedly pushing to conclude the deal ahead of the summer window, although Real Madrid’s interest should not be discounted.
Casemiro Urges Man Utd to Sign Guimaraes
Manchester United's Casemiro holding a football
As GIVEMESPORT previously reported, Casemiro has personally recommended Guimaraes to Manchester United as the club continues its search for a successor in midfield.
United have been linked with several Premier League-proven names in recent months, including Guimaraes’ Newcastle teammate Sandro Tonali.
The Italy international is admired by multiple Premier League clubs ahead of the summer, including Arsenal, who were initially linked with a swoop during the winter window.
Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson is also believed to be of interest to Old Trafford, as is Brighton midfielder Carlos Baleba.
Guimaraes’ Ideal Man Utd Midfield Partner Named
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Amid United’s interest in Guimaraes, we asked ChatGPT to name the ideal midfield partner for the Brazilian at Old Trafford next season:
Elliot Anderson – A dynamic box-to-box midfielder linked with United, adding energy, defensive work, and progressive passing alongside a creative influence like Guimaraes.
Sandro Tonali – A more complete central midfielder with strong defensive positioning and ball progression, often mentioned alongside Guimaraes on United’s summer shortlist.
Adam Wharton – A technically gifted midfielder from Crystal Palace who could offer control and link-up play in midfield, complementing Guimaraes’ drive forward.
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