Newcastle United and Arsenal have not been able to reach an agreement so far. But if you asked me, at some point, the two clubs will find a way to make a move for Bruno Guimaraes work.
When the situation gets this advanced in a transfer saga, almost all the time, the move does end up happening. There is no reason to believe this will be any different.
Guimaraes leaving will be a blow to Newcastle United’s midfield department. Unfortunately, it won’t even be the first one they have suffered this summer.
Tottenham Hotspur signed Sandro Tonali in a club-record £100 million deal earlier this window. Could Newcastle United now go for one of Spurs’ players?
Newcastle United readying offer for Tottenham player
According to a report from The Article, Newcastle United are actively discussing whether or not to submit a second offer for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Lucas Bergvall.
Newcastle are readying a £54 million transfer package for Bergvall. However, the Magpies will assess all options for a Bruno Guimaraes successor before submitting offers.
Bergvall remains Newcastle United’s top target this summer with personal terms agreed in principle. They are thought to have already seen a £46 million offer turned down by Tottenham Hotspur.
Someone like Bergvall could be a solid addition. But he is not the only midfielder to have been linked with Newcastle United in recent days. And a lot of fans might prefer someone with more experience and proven quality at the top level.
Why Newcastle need more experience and proven quality in midfield
So far, Newcastle United’s two additions in midfield have been Sean Steur and Aladji Bamba. So, it is easy to see why the supporters might be seeking a more established option in the middle of the park.
Bergvall has experience of playing in the Premier League. But there are quite a few other intriguing options out there who could make sense for one reason or another.
Reports in France have suggested that Newcastle United are progressing in talks to sign Felix Nmecha from Borussia Dortmund. The former Manchester City man would be a high-profile signing.
Talking about former Premier League players, Danilo of Botafogo is thought to be on Newcastle United’s radar as well although those rumours have gone a bit quiet. The Brazilian international had played for Nottingham Forest for a couple of years before moving back to Brazil, where he has found a ton of success.
Other than that, there have been some rumours about Angelo Stiller as well. The German international, compared to Toni Kroos for his style of play, would be an intriguing addition.