Bruno Goumares: Arsenal target after Newcastle midfielder asked to leave

It was a bit of an understatement, in retrospect.

“A very disappointing season, and without a doubt we are all very sad,” Guimaraes wrote on Instagram. NewcastleIn a 2-0 defeat Fulham Last day of the season.

“You fans definitely don’t understand this.”

Newcastle They finished 12th in the Premier League and failed to qualify for the Champions League.

It means that Tonali and Gordon have been out since then. Newcastle They lost three key players in less than a year following Alexander Isak’s long journey. Liverpool Last summer.

It led to a change in strategy. Newcastle He has targeted promising players in the continent’s 20 and under ranks, such as Bazomana Toure, who need a bit of time to develop naturally.

Guimaraes will be the perfect person to help lead this rebuild. Newcastle As the club’s captain, talisman and heartbeat.

But this is a difficult time in his career as he approaches his 29th birthday.

Could it be one of his last chances to go somewhere else and compete for the biggest prizes in the game?

Guimaraes, ideally, hoped to do just that. Newcastle In the year One day he spoke of the club’s desire to become a “big power” following his move from Lyon in 2022.

So losing him is more than just a detriment and throws the entire project into question.

Considering the average player’s travel volume, Newcastle He would be in a strong position to command a fee in excess of £60m for the Brazilian upstart.

But no one in the club wants to think about such a thought. Guimaraes is truly priceless on this side.