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Barcelona join Chelsea and Real Madrid in the race to sign Newcastle star Bruno Guimaraes after failing in their pursuit of Man City’s Bernardo Silva…
- Bruno Guimaraes is emerging as one of the most in-demand players in Europe
- The Newcastle Brazilian was one of the best performing midfielders this year
- Despite his January entry, a number of clubs are vying for his signature
- Barcelona are the last team to enter the race to sign the Brazilian midfielder
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Barcelona are the latest side to take an interest in Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes and are reported to have a transfer in store for the midfielder.
The Brazil international has been one of the premier league players this season, with his midfield performances taking the Magpies to the top four.
And as Barca’s protracted hunt for Manchester City’s Bernardo Silva draws to a close, Xavi’s side have turned their attention to the Brazilian star of the Magpies.
Bruno Guimaraes has quickly become one of the hottest midfield talents in European football
Xavi’s side is interested in signing Guimaraes after missing Bernardo Silva. from Manchester City
According to the sunBarcelona are hoping to tempt Newcastle’s determination by placing a transfer offer for the 24-year-old.
The Catalan side had been trying to sign Silva from City for six months but were eventually discounted for not signing the midfielder – who is valued at £80 million.
Guimaraes only joined the Magpies in January – after completing a £40m move from Lyon – but there are already a number of top European clubs vying for his signature.
Xavi’s side joins Chelsea and rivals Real Madrid as potential candidates for Guimaraes, who has quickly become one of the hottest midfielders in Europe.
Guimaraes played almost the entire game as Newcastle beat Aston Villa 4-0 over the weekend
Barcelona have been put off by Man City’s £80m valuation for Portuguese star Silva
Newcastle fans will be hopeful Guimaraes will stay at the club after claiming he is “starting to feel like a Geordie now” and wants to become a “legend”.
“To change countries, to change leagues, and also in a World Cup year, it was a very difficult decision,” he said.
“But I think it was the right one. I’m so happy. It’s a great step. I feel like a Geordie now.
“I’ve always dreamed of playing in the Premier League, but honestly I never thought it could be this good. I am proud of what I do, of myself and of the club, but it was a difficult choice.
The 24-year-old claimed he ‘feels like a Geordie’ now after settling in at St James’ Park
Interest in the 24-year-old is understandable, given his impressive performances that helped Newcastle to fourth in the Premier League.
In his 27 appearances, he racked up seven goals and three assists, in addition to his ball-winning and defensive capabilities in midfield.
The Brazilian’s price could rise further if he appears for his national team at the World Cup, which he is expected to do this year given his great form.
The Magpies’ win percentage drops by 37 percent when the Brazilian is out of the starting grid