Newcastle Expects Guimaraes Return in Early August; Club Demands £100 Million for Transfer
Newcastle United expects Brazilian midfielder Bruno Guimaraes to return to the team in early August after an extended holiday following the World Cup. Despite persistent rumors linking him to Arsenal, Newcastle insists no official contact has been made and is frustrated by leaks from Arsenal's side. The club maintains it does not want to sell the 28-year-old. However, if Guimaraes submits a transfer request, Newcastle will demand a fee close to £100 million, far above the £45-60 million figures previously rumored. Newcastle is keen to avoid a repeat of last year's stalemate with Alexander Isak, who forced a £125 million move to Liverpool. Manager Eddie Howe hopes Guimaraes will quickly focus on the 2026/27 season. Senior sources emphasize Newcastle is under no pressure to sell, while Arsenal has fixed valuations for targets and will not overpay, as seen in their withdrawal from a £117 million deal for Rodgers.
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