Newcastle Boss Howe Uncertain About Guimaraes' Future
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Newcastle manager Eddie Howe is uncertain about Bruno Guimaraes' future amid Arsenal interest.
- Howe stated he has had "good conversations" with the midfielder but is not involved in transfer speculation.
- Newcastle aims to retain Guimaraes, who is the club captain, after losing other key players.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe expressed uncertainty regarding midfielder Bruno Guimaraes' future at the club, acknowledging reported interest from Arsenal. Howe confirmed he has held "good conversations" with the Brazilian international but emphasized that transfer speculation is outside his direct involvement.
I've had some really good conversations with him before the World Cup, during the World Cup and after the World Cup.
"I don't know what's going to happen with Bruno's future. That's for other people to speculate about. They are conversations that I'm not part of," Howe told reporters following Newcastle's pre-season draw with Gateshead.
What we speak about has to remain private, but he's just a great player, a great person.
Guimaraes, who serves as Newcastle's captain, has been a pivotal player for the team. Howe stressed the club's desire to keep him, stating, "We absolutely love him and, of course, everyone will want him to stay." This comes after Newcastle transferred winger Anthony Gordon to Barcelona and midfielder Sandro Tonali to Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the transfer window.
I don't know what's going to happen with Bruno's future. That's for other people to speculate about. They are conversations that I'm not part of.
Newcastle United is preparing for their Premier League campaign, which begins at home against Liverpool on August 23. The club's ability to retain key players like Guimaraes will be crucial for their performance after finishing 12th last season.
Bruno is the captain of our football club. He's been an unbelievable player and person all through the time we have worked together.
Originally published by CNA in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.