Champions League hopefuls Newcastle United have made significant progress in tying down star midfielder Bruno Guimaraes to a new contract.
The Brazilian, 25, has become an immediate fan favorite on Tyneside for the Magpies since his arrival from Lyon in January 2022 and quickly established himself as one of the best central midfielders in the Premier League.
Bruno Guimaraes set to extend Newcastle stay
According to Fabrizio Romano, an agreement is now on the verge of being completed between Newcastle and Guimaraes over a new deal. The Brazilian is understood to be very happy with living in the North East of England despite its difference in climate to his homeland.
EXCLUSIVE: Newcastle make significant progress in negotiations to extend Bruno Guimarães contract, agreement now on the verge of being completed ⚪️⚫️🇧🇷
Positive secret talks took place last 10 days — still final details to iron out then time to sign.
Bruno’s new deal, close ⏳ pic.twitter.com/URFVwfcOrL
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 8, 2023
Guimaraes has formed a formidable midfield partnership with Brazilian compatriot Joelintion. However, the pair’s form has dipped slightly this season with Eddie Howe’s men losing their last three Premier League matches before the international break this weekend.
Guimaraes had been linked with a move to Liverpool next summer by some earlier this week but these rumors are understood to be well wide of the mark.
