However, thoughts have already turned to the next vital game, as Eddie Howe's side host rivals Chelsea on May 11 in a season defining fixture at St James' Park. Both clubs are level on 63 points, with three games left to fight for UCL qualification. With plenty at stake, Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes wasted no time in getting the Geordie faithful fired up for the match. "An important point given the circumstances," he wrote on Instagram. "We keep pushing toward our goal. Your support will be vital next Sunday - let's create an unforgettable atmosphere. Howay the lads!" Newcastle's fourth place position is just about secure on goal difference - but Chelsea's win over weakened Liverpool team only made things more complicated - and fifth place can still seal a spot in Europe's top competition next season 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp Newcastle's recent home record against Chelsea provides plenty of encouragement, but the significance of the match has elevated pressure level on Tyneside to fever pitch. Newcastle have been rock solid against Chelsea at St James' Park recently, winning three times, and losing just once in their last four home meetings "We play Chelsea next week, so that game will be all we focus on now," Howe said. "I've said many times, I think that's all you can ask for, that it's in your hands and you're not reliant on other teams and looking elsewhere. "The focus has to be on ourselves, we know what we need to do. We've got three really tough games, I have to say that. They're not going to be easy, but they're games to relish and enjoy. We always enjoy the challenges that await us and we try to give our best." Ajay Gandhar is a content producer for The Sporting News, working across our English-language editions. he has shown time and again that his heart is set on staying at Newcastle United Guimaraes pledged his loyalty to Newcastle in the summer and his faith in the Magpies’ project was rewarded as he captained the club to winning the Carabao Cup earlier this season However, Manchester City felt they could sign Guimaraes but opted away from making a move to secure the Brazilian international’s services as they anticipated being quoted a hefty price tag In hindsight, the Newcastle skipper would have especially helped Manchester City and Pep Guardiola this campaign to adapt after Rodri suffered an ACL injury But City lived and died by their decision not to sign Bruno Guimaraes who has proven once again this season that he is one of the best midfielders in the Premier League However, Guimaraes opened up on having a private conversation with Pep Guardiola Guimaraes admitted that the chat was not centered around any potential move to Manchester City and merely a general discussion between himself and Guardiola The 27-year-old told FourFourTwo: I’ve spoken with him but nothing about a potential move.” Guimaraes claimed that Pep Guardiola has changed football and in his eyes the Catalan is the greatest manager of all time: “He has said some nice things about my game.” No player in Europe's top five leagues has won more ground duels (170), won more fouls (89) or completed more through-balls (11) than Bruno Guimarães this season. The Brazilian can do it all. 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/VNjSoy38Fr “And I am very humbled by that because he is the best coach I’ve ever seen Guimaraes could well be tempted by the prospect of working with Pep Guardiola according to Manchester City fans at least Manchester City were interested in signing Guimaraes in the summer and with him continuing to perform they would have every reason to re-ignite their interest in the upcoming transfer window Only two central midfielders have scored or assisted 10+ Premier League goals in each of the last two seasons:Bruno Guimarães23/24⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️24/25⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🆕 Declan Rice23/24⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️⚽️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️24/25⚽️⚽️⚽️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️🅰️ pic.twitter.com/JgruDWc2wr Transfer expert Graeme Bailey revealed Manchester City could try and sign Guimaraes even if they do not intend to sign a central midfielder is he is made available by Newcastle Bailey claimed in March: “As with Alexander Isak it means they become club legends but it does not guarantee they stay that is down to a top five finish and Champions League action You can’t expect players of the calibre of Isak or Bruno to not be playing in the Champions League and Newcastle know that The one thing with Bruno that Isak doesn’t have is a release clause and we know Pep loves him “I am not convinced we’ll see another central defensive midfield come in at City after the signing of Nico then I envisage City making a play for him in some manner.” Guimaraes became the first Newcastle United captain to lift silverware in 50 years in March Newcastle supporters are dreaming of a return to the Champions League in 2025/26 Manchester City clearly need midfield reinforcements but they will have to look beyond Newcastle’s captain the midfielder sounds extremely content with life in the North East.“I’m very much at home and living a dream,” he explains “I don’t worry about it – I trust the club and my agents I’m so happy here and I want to stay.” It’s where the club deserves to be.” he quickly fell in love with the city and fanbase with his dad even becoming something of a local celebrity he is asked for more pictures than me – haha “Their affection towards us is unbelievable I’m not going to lie: as a Brazilian Newcastle is a freezing city – we barely see the sun – but it’s rewarding to be a hero of such lovely people “I cannot wait for my kids to be able to fully understand what their dad means to this community “Compared to what I was used to in Brazil it’s hard to explain.”Interview by Caio Carrieri Ketch joined FourFourTwo as Deputy Editor in 2022 having worked across ChronicleLive Teesside Gazette and the Huddersfield Examiner as a Northern Football Editor Prior to that he was the Senior Writer at BBC Match of the Day magazine He has interviewed the likes of Harry Kane Gareth Southgate and attended two World Cup finals and two Champions League finals He has been a Newcastle United season ticket holder since 2000 and has a deep knowledge on 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desire to leave the club this summer Exclusive: Pep Guardiola hands personal invitation to Manchester City legend to join first-team coaching staff Sources: Ederson injury details and absence timeframe from Manchester City duties revealed following Arsenal unavailability Sources: New Savinho injury update emerges after Tottenham exit Exclusive: Former Man City forward opens up on Etihad experience MAN CITY vs BRENTFORD – LIVE Watchalong PEP GUARDIOLA PRESS CONFERENCE REACTION | Man City vs Brentford Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes has confirmed he has held conversations with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola after an impressive season for the Brazilian midfielder at St Guimaraes has established himself as one of the most exciting midfielders in England since joining hands with Eddie Howe at Tyneside in what have been a breakthrough few seasons for the Magpies as they again seek a strong finish to the Premier League campaign and push to qualify for next season’s UEFA Champions League The 27-year-old has often attracted interest from the best clubs in England and after another impressive year in the north-east many have tagged Guimaraes as an ideal candidate to bolster Manchester City’s midfield in the summer transfer window City have a busy few months ahead as they undergo a major squad revamp to challenge for the Premier League and Champions League next term whilst trying to replace Kevin De Bruyne who will be leaving the 2023 treble winners at the end of the season Bayer Leverkusen’s Florian Wirtz is understood to be heading Manchester City’s preferred list of signings for the upcoming transfer window with the 21-year-old German believed to be impressed by Guardiola’s personal overtures in luring him to the Etihad Stadium City will also step up their pursuit of Nottingham Forest’s Morgan Gibbs-White in the coming weeks as a deal remains to be struck with the Blues’ FA Cup semi-final opponents who have set a staggering £100 million price tag on the England international Speaking to Four Four Two, Newcastle captain Bruno Guimaraes has revealed he has spoken with Guardiola as the 54-year-old hunts for potent additions to his ageing midfield ahead of the summer transfer window to challenge on all fronts next term. “I’ve spoken with him (Guardiola), but nothing about a potential move (to Manchester City). He has said some nice things about my game, and I am very humbled by that because he is the best coach I’ve ever seen – I admire how he has impacted football,” said Guimaraes. As the season comes to a close and Guimaraes enters the final three years of his current deal at St. James’ Park, it remains unlikely that Manchester City or any other Premier League club can tempt the midfielder away from Tyneside. “I’m very much at home and living a dream. For me to leave, it must be something great for the club, not for me. I don’t worry about it – I trust the club and my agents. I’m so happy here and I want to stay,” Guimaraes added. City are planning to make four to five impactful first-team signings come the end of the season and that can be either side of their FIFA Club World Cup campaign in the United States, with the Premier League allowing Manchester City to make and register new signings for a 10-day period between June 1-10 before they fly off to the United States. 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(AS) - Tottenham Hotspur are interested in a summer move for Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford if Aston Villa don't make his loan permanent, with the 27-year-old being expected to leave Old Trafford this summer while Spurs are looking to sign a replacement for Son Heung-Min. (Football Transfers) - Chelsea are ready to go up against Premier League rivals Manchester City and Manchester United, as well as Bundesliga giants Bayern Munich, to sign FC Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa. (TEAMtalk) - Manchester United plan to trigger Ipswich Town striker Liam Delap's £30m release clause in order to sign the 22-year-old this summer. (Daily Mail) - Bayer Leverkusen and Manchester City are in direct contact about a possible move for James McAtee while other Premier League and Serie A clubs are also interested in the 22-year-old attacking midfielder. (Florian Plettenberg) - Villarreal's Alex Baena and Spurs' Cristian Romero are Atlético Madrid's two top targets for next season, with Rojiblancos winger Rodrigo Riquelme potentially being part of a deal to sign Baena. (AS) - Chelsea are not ruling out the possibility of Moisés Caicedo leaving in the summer amid interest from Saudi Pro League clubs, with the Blues willing to entertain offers of over £100m despite the 23-year-old still being part of Enzo Maresca's plans. (Football Insider) - Atlético Madrid are monitoring Sporting CP teenage goalkeeper Miguel Gouveia, who has attracted the attention of several clubs while playing for Sporting's resreves and Portugal's U18 side. (Record) - Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, Fulham boss Marco Silva and Burnley coach Scott Parker are all candidates who could replace Ange Postecoglou as Tottenham Hotspur manager in the summer. (Daily Mail) - Former England interim manager Lee Carsley is in the running to replace Ruud van Nistelrooy as Leicester City boss after the Foxes' relegation from the Premier League. (The Sun) - Espanyol goalkeeper Joan García -- who's been LaLiga's standout keeper this season -- has offers from the Premier League, the Bundesliga, and other LaLiga clubs. (Cadena COPE) - Real Madrid will announce a contract extension for Vinícius Júnior at the end of this season. (Cadena SER) - Chelsea and Juventus have made initial contacts about a transfer for Kenan Yıldız. (Foot Mercato) - Real Madrid's doubts about whether they can afford Bournemouth centre-back Dean Huijsen have made Chelsea the frontrunners to sign him. (The Guardian) - Flamengo have made a proposal to Arsenal midfielder Jorginho, who is expected to leave the Emirates as a free agent this summer. (Fabrizio Romano) - Internazionale are best placed for Olympique de Marseille winger Luis Henrique, despite Bayern Munich, Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest also being among those interested in the 23-year-old. (L'Equipe) - RB Leipzig is one of several Bundesliga clubs interested in Endrick if the striker leaves Real Madrid on loan to get more game time and strengthen his hopes of playing at the 2026 World Cup. (Relevo) - Manchester United have reached an agreement with 18-year-old Le Havre forward Enzo Kana-Biyik, who will go on a season-long loan to Lausanne-Sport. (Le Parisien) - Even before João Felix's loan from Chelsea to AC Milan has come to an end, talks have begun over a return to Benfica, while there is also Saudi Arabian interest in the forward. (Ekrem Konur) Strange to think of it now but this time last year senior people at Newcastle United were referring to Bruno Guimaraes in the past tense The team had just lost 2-0 to Manchester City in the FA Cup — one shot on target 28 per cent possession — and the 7,800 fans who travelled to the Etihad Stadium sang: “We’re gonna win f*** all again” which was indisputable; 69 years without a domestic trophy was now destined to become 70 It was an existential wobble and the tremors were felt internally Newcastle were already deep into added time who joined Newcastle from Lyon for £40million ($51.7m) in January 2022 had never pushed to leave and nobody was attempting to push him out honest conversation the previous summer about him seeing out the club’s return to the Champions League The £100m ($129m) escape clause in his contract loomed over everything the likelihood of Guimaraes remaining at St James’ Park shrivelled further Newcastle were hurtling towards a reckoning in terms of the Premier League’s profit and sustainability rules (PSR) and with the club desperate to build around Alexander Isak Guimaraes became their most likely departure One leading figure speculated in private about him joining City or Paris Saint-Germain is forever enshrined in Newcastle’s history instant legends after their 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Wembley a little over a week ago He is the man who finally allows Bob Moncur to lay down his 56-year burden as the club’s last captain to raise a significant piece of silverware He is the team’s heartbeat and tempo-setter which was never more apparent than eight days ago If Dan Burn’s goal and elevation to the England squad became the individual story of the weekend and Isak’s goal carried a tang of inevitability — so good so unstoppable — then Newcastle’s midfield felt like the crux of it They played like warriors and both Guimaraes and Joelinton He spoke about receiving a text message from Alan Shearer that morning which read: “Bring that trophy back to the Toon please skipper” followed by a series of black and white hearts Guimaraes told reporters: “When you taste it once we were in a different moment but I always said I would like to put my name in the club’s history it is worth marking just what a leap of faith was required from Guimaraes to make that big step a possibility Of all the players who arrived in that first transfer window post-takeover — the others were Burn Chris Wood and Matt Targett — he was the one who pointed to a shimmering future Another strange thought (everything feels strange in the context of Newcastle’s identity as serial non-winners finally being banished): this season has brought episodes of real struggle for Guimaraes It was this which partially informed Howe’s decision to name Guimaraes captain ahead of the first match of this season he did not feel like a natural choice in the traditional sense; he is not a shouter It said more about appeasement and his prominence When he was booked in the 3-2 league defeat by City in January last year it was his sixth yellow card in as many matches in all competitions It left him one more away from a two-game suspension in the Premier League Guimaraes promised there would not be another but the 27-year-old was good on his promise demonstrating that he could play with maturity Newcastle’s established leadership group, in which Guimaraes did not figure, was also changing. Matt Ritchie left on a free transfer last summer and Callum Wilson were injured and no longer mainstays and Trippier had been usurped as first-choice right-back by Tino Livramento Burn was the only member of the group to accompany the squad on their pre-season tour to Japan and quipped “it’s a bit lonely” before one of their matches there Promotion to the captaincy brought a positive response from Guimaraes. “Another dream came true, to be captain here where I am loved and love to be… there are many ways to be a leader,” he said but it was not without ramifications. Now it was Trippier’s turn to feel hurt, albeit he had been open to leaving Newcastle There was a general note of disquiet throughout the dressing room Gordon felt it after the Liverpool move fell through Sean Longstaff spoke to journalists about everybody feeling like they “had their price” “It wasn’t easy for Bruno,” someone close to the dressing room says speaking anonymously to protect relationships The fact he could barely win a coin toss at St James’ became a joke although it meant Newcastle would be turned around and face playing uphill in the second half There have been episodes when he has looked fatigued which is hardly surprising when last summer brought six appearances for Brazil both in the Copa America and in preceding friendlies He has played more minutes for Newcastle in the Premier League than anybody else Availability is one of his great strengths and it is just as well when you consider that since his first start the team has not won a league game without him When Tonali returned from his long suspension for betting offences in late August a big question — asked regularly of Howe — was whether he and Guimaraes could play together and when Tonali was moved into a deeper holding role it was the Italian who suddenly looked like the irreplaceable one inconsistent start to the season had included a miserable 3-1 defeat at Fulham NUFC Kobe: “Bruno is the most overrated player in our history.” NUFCTony: “Is Bruno the right captain for the team?” there has been a shift in team dynamic since the captaincy has changed and I don’t think it done us any favours.” Anonymous performances — Guimaraes was not alone — against mid-ranking teams became entrenched as a theme and that expanded to games against both City and Liverpool in the Premier League was scathing about Guimaraes on BBC Newcastle “There were times when he looked like he couldn’t run He was chasing shadows at times — (Ibrahima) Konate strolled past him as if he wasn’t there The words were harsh but the logic was not unreasonable Howe was asked about resting Guimaraes and about how much he was suffering physically “It’s difficult because I’m sure if you asked Bruno he would say he doesn’t need a rest,” he said “It is up to us to look at his schedule and try and find ways to do that We have tried but he’s such an important player we have turned to him more often than we would ideally want to because of his strengths and qualities.” He is an outstanding player and will continue to be We just need to help him in those moments where we can keep him fresh and get him to his best levels.” then it shouldn’t because it is absolutely born of love and sometimes and Guimaraes has been required to grit his teeth and battle through There may have been matches where he has laboured or failed to make an impact but he has always — always — sought the ball and sought prominence After Newcastle’s 1-0 victory against West Ham United on March 10 crucial for momentum and confidence after a difficult spell he told Sky Sports that the Carabao Cup final was “like the World Cup” While much of the club’s preparations were about making sure the team (and fans) would peak at Wembley he made no attempt to play down its significance especially in and around the final,” the dressing-room figure says “He has become more vocal in the group setting and I sense the players now look at him as the leader Newcastle roared and Guimaraes drove them on he could be seen beckoning to his left and then suddenly who has not played a second of football this season because of an ACL injury holding it aloft with both him and Trippier It was a big little moment nestling within the biggest moment of all “It is easy to be selfish when things like that are happening but Bruno thought of others,” says the aforementioned dressing-room figure Something a bit less strange: nobody at Newcastle is talking about Guimaraes in the past tense now Who knows what might happen in the summer and how much might depend on securing a place in the Champions League but their PSR position is much stronger and his contract stretches until 2028 They are already guaranteed a place in next season’s UEFA Conference League and have shown they can win trophies he will be spoken of as Moncur’s successor as the man who believed when nobody believed a leader by example and a leader full stop who looked to involve and celebrate others at the precise moment when the world was looking at him George Caulkin has been reporting on football in the North East of England since 1994, 21 of those years for The Times. There have been a few ups, a multitude of downs and precisely one meaningful trophy. Follow George on Twitter @GeorgeCaulkin Please use Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Guimarães holds a pivotal place in Portugal’s history as the events that led to the nation’s sovereignty in the 12th century unfolded there this historic city has evolved into a beacon of cultural and environmental excellence mixing its rich heritage with a forward-thinking commitment to sustainability.  Designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2001 for its well-preserved historic centre Guimarães has since earned several prestigious titles: European Capital of Culture in 2012 European City of Sport in 2013 and the most sustainable municipality in Portugal for three consecutive years These remarkable achievements underscore the city’s innovative spirit and dedication to progress despite its relatively modest population of 156 830 residents Guimarães has embraced sustainability as a cornerstone of its local culture Innovative businesses are increasingly aligning with the city's environmentally conscious policies fostering a new industrial culture and enhancing its ecosystem of innovation Education has been at the heart of this transformation the city’s environmental education programme has played a crucial role in raising awareness and empowering the community to adopt sustainable practices.   The municipal ecological footprint initiative serves as a guiding framework steering Guimarães toward becoming a ‘One-Planet’ city Guimarães has pioneered groundbreaking strategies such as the PAYT (Pay-As-You-Throw) system in Portugal and the RRRCICLO initiative which promotes circular economy principles through effective communication and community engagement.  Air quality is another area where Guimarães shines with 97% of its residents enjoying ‘good’ or ‘very good’ air the city remains committed to doing even better more liveable environment where families can thrive children can grow and older generations can age with dignity.  Guimarães exemplifies how sustainability can be deeply embedded into the fabric of a community Guimarães is proud to be a signatory of the Green City Accord a European initiative committed to creating cleaner The three winners will receive prize funds such as attracting investment opportunities and building a better quality of life for citizens Implementing an integrated approach to water management in Guimarães has led to remarkable water-saving results playHislop: Newcastle's Carabao Cup celebrations will go long into the week (1:30)Former Newcastle goalkeeper Shaka Hislop reacts to their 2-1 win against Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final Newcastle, who last tasted domestic glory when they won the FA Cup in 1955, took the lead in the first half when centre back Dan Burn buried a header into the back of the net and doubled their advantage through striker Alexander Isak after the break "It's all for these fans. They deserve everything. When I first came here I said I wanted to put my name in history," Brazil midfielder Guimaraes said "We can now say we are the champions again.. Bruno Guimarães made history as Newcastle United captain. Nigel French/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images"I don't have any words For them [the fans] it's like the World Cup People have grown up and not seen us as champions My first year as captain of this club and it's one of the best days Some day when I leave this club I want the fans to sing my name the way they do to [former Newcastle captain Alan] Shearer Burn put Newcastle ahead in the 45th minute with a bullet header. The Newcastle centre back pulled away to the far post and craned his neck to head the ball down into the turf and past the despairing dive of Liverpool goalkeeper Caoimhín Kelleher Newcastle then had an Isak effort disallowed by VAR for offside but it was only moments before the striker got his goal, pouncing on a Jacob Murphy knock-down and firing into the back of the net in the 52nd minute Liverpool flickered into life late in the game and Federico Chiesa scored to give them a barely deserved lifeline in stoppage time but Eddie Howe's Newcastle side held on Games against Arsenal, Everton and Chelsea remain, and Guimaraes took to Instagram after the game to send a message to fans who he thinks are needed to raise the team’s performances in the final fixtures "An important point given the circumstances Your support will be vital next Sunday — let’s create an unforgettable atmosphere Defender Dan Burn also spoke after the game about the fans and the need for them to back the side who are so close to being back in Europe’s elite competition especially when the fans are behind us creating that really good atmosphere so we're confident going into them."  Brazilian firm Granadeiro Guimarães Advogados has added labour disputes expertise by hiring a partner from Highly Recommended outfit SiqueiraCastro expert analysis and essential resources from the Latin Lawyer experts Copyright © Law Business ResearchCompany Number: 03281866 VAT: GB 160 7529 10 This firm has professional notice in the Latin Lawyer 250 Get more from LLSign up to our daily email alert Unlock unlimited access to all Latin Lawyer content Bruno Guimarães warms up before the Carabao Cup Final Bruno Guimaraes and Kieran Trippier lift Newcastle's first domestic trophy at Wembley Stadium in 70 years Newcastle United supporter group 'Wor Flags' curated a fan display tifo that invited players to 'write their name in the history books' by winning at Wembley Newcastle’s captain burned the midnight old on the eve of the cup final but it didn’t prevent him from writing his name in the history books but it took a bit of time to fall asleep because – I won’t lie – I was anxious.”The following day on the pitch vs league champions in waiting Liverpool there were no nerves or bags under his eyes “I did everything as normal,” he explains, revealing that he completely disconnected from social media to avoid seeing too much build-up to a match that opponents Liverpool were favourite to win.“I connected to myself instead thinking about the chance to put my name in Newcastle’s history books I’m not sure when and if I’ll be able to achieve this title with Newcastle – I’m 27 and I don’t know if I’ll have another shot at this’ “My mindset was that we didn’t have any room to make mistakes or to think that we could have another go next year “That is why I said in my team talk that we were about to step onto the Wembley pitch as players and would come back as legends and the Brazilian’s phone blew up with messages lived and died without seeing the club become champions and had better things to do – haha!”Interview by Caio Carrieri Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes has commented on his future at the club after a conversation with Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola Rumours around the Brazilian’s future on Tyneside circulated last summer after it was revealed that Bruno Guimaraes had a £100m release clause in a new contract he signed in October 2023 There were fears that Manchester City would activate Guimaraes’ release clause and his release clause expired in summer 2024 Guimaraes was named Newcastle United captain at the beginning of the 2024/25 campaign by Eddie Howe after a request from the midfielder to be more involved in proceedings within the team Guimaraes has guided the Magpies to their first domestic trophy in 70 years and are nearing a return to the Champions League It was recently revealed that Guimaraes’ dad accidentally told Newcastle fans he was leaving There is no denying just how much Guimaraes loves Newcastle and the fanbase He has completely embraced the culture on Tyneside and is reaping the benefits from it Guimaraes wants to win more trophies with Newcastle after their historic Carabao Cup win The 27-year-old even believes the Magpies will win the Premier League in the near future That statement alone is a sign that he is willing to stay for the long term, but in a recent interview with FourFourTwo Guimaraes made it crystal clear that he does not want to leave Newcastle “I don’t worry about it – I trust the club and my agents Man City boss Pep Guardiola went on a big spending spree in the last transfer window signing the likes of Vitor Reis and Omar Marmoush Guardiola also signed Newcastle target Abdukodir Khusanov who looked set for a move to Tyneside before PSR issues hindered the deal Guardiola has praised Guimaraes publicly in the past claiming that the midfielder has been playing at a ‘high level’ for the last four years Last summer, Man City bid £70m for Guimaraes which was deemed to be nowhere near the required fee to take him away from the club While Guimaraes is set to stay at Newcastle he could not help but show his admiration for the Spaniard in the same FourFourTwo interview but nothing about a potential move,” Guimaraes said “He has said some nice things about my game and I am very humbled by that because he is the best coach I’ve ever seen – I admire how he has impacted football.” The failure to land Guimaraes could still come back to haunt Man City this season with the Champions League race still wide open one of Newcastle United’s key players and a regular with the Brazilian national team recently weighed in on one of football’s most hotly debated questions: Who is the greatest player of all time Bruno has become a cornerstone for Newcastle recently playing a key role in helping the club win the 2025 Carabao Cup — their first major trophy in decades He has also earned 33 caps for Brazil and is on track to be a key figure at the 2026 World Cup Despite sharing several Brazil camps with Neymar and going head-to-head with Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi at club level Guimarães believes the Argentine's career stands above the rest Messi continues to be the benchmark for many of today’s top players Cristiano Ronaldo is still going strong at Al-Nassr in Saudi Arabia at the age of 40 No Brazilian has won more caps than Guimaraes since the World Cup The Brazilian has given full credit to Newcastle United’s manager for the club’s win over Liverpool at Wembley in March as he became the first Newcastle United captain to lift a domestic trophy in 70 years this March But he is keen to stress that it was his manager’s fearlessness that got the club over the line vs Liverpool at Wembley he has introduced ‘The Timeline’.Once a month a draw takes place at the training ground with one player chosen to prepare a presentation about their life their playing career and personal experiences with the idea that if players get to know each other's stories in detail they will be more comfortable around each other and perform better.“I love that activity,” admits Guimaraes “We have one month to prepare the presentation create what you want to share with the squad and how you want to share it “I talked about my parents and my kids and I was humbled by the opportunity to show them my life story I’m so proud of that.“I started my presentation by talking about my grandfather who moved to Brazil from Spain as a refugee – it took him 45 days to cross the Atlantic.”Interestingly Guimaraes’ grandfather made ends meet as a fisherman and fishing is one of his grandson’s favourite hobbies with a Newcastle staff member taking him to local rivers I try to go fishing at least twice a week.”Sounds great It’s in the family DNA!”Interview by Caio Carrieri Please enable JS and disable any ad blocker The Daily Telegraph back pageEnd of image galleryPublished9 April 2025Manchester City consider 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Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes celebrates scoring during the English Premier League match between West Ham and Newcastle United at the London Stadium Newcastle United’s Harvey Barnes heads the ball during the English Premier League match between West Ham and Newcastle United at the London Stadium Newcastle United’s Alexander Isak and West Ham United’s Max Kilman in action during the English Premier League match between West Ham and Newcastle United at the London Stadium and Newcastle United’s Joelinton battle for the ball during the English Premier League match between West Ham and Newcastle United at the London Stadium West Ham United’s Mohammed Kudus in action during the English Premier League match between West Ham and Newcastle United at the London Stadium Saudi-owned Newcastle will return to London to face Liverpool at Wembley on Sunday seeking its first domestic trophy since the 1955 FA Cup Eddie Howe’s men will doubtlessly need more penetration if they are to beat an in-form Liverpool Newcastle rose three places into sixth in the Premier League but it was a lackluster performance in a stuffy encounter that provided few moments of excitement The only goal came from Bruno Guimaraes in the 63rd minute Harvey Barnes lofted a ball into the six-yard box and the Newcastle captain got the slightest of touches to take it past the goalkeeper Guimaraes said all focus will turn to Wembley as Newcastle prepares for a potentially historic occasion “It is massive for the club’s history and we want to be part of it,” the Brazilian said “We know we’re going to play against one of the best teams I believe our fans can make the difference for us It is a long time for the fans without a trophy.” lamented a loss that robbed it of its first hat trick of wins since December 2023 It sits 16th in the 20-team Premier League and we’re disappointed with the goal,” Hammers boss Graham Potter said “I felt for the players because they gave everything — not enough to win the game but enough to get something from it.” It is difficult to argue with him. After all, he was the captain when Newcastle United won the Carabao Cup The Magpies have ended their trophy drought, with Bruno Guimaraes playing a key role in bringing silverware to St James’ Park Ever since his arrival from Lyon, Bruno said he wanted to be a champion with Newcastle United but the midfielder is not going to settle for just one trophy That is the message from the Newcastle United captain who has been speaking to Sky Sports Premier League’s YouTube channel about beating Liverpool in the Carabao Cup final “I said to the boys we go to the pitch as players and leave there as legends,” he said We made the step that some good players did not achieve here Shearer was the most famous player for the club and unfortunately he did not win something for the club but we are not just satisfied with the Carabao Cup We want to finish in the top five to go back to the Champions League next season.” Bruno is right. He and his teammates are Newcastle United legends Eddie Howe is a Newcastle United legend too There will come a time in the future when he gets a statue for what he has achieved on Tyneside The Magpies’ next objective is qualifying for the Champions League They are in a strong position to return to Europe’s elite competition with four Premier League games to go Returning to the Champions League is vital for Newcastle while it will encourage better players to move to St James’ Park It will also convince Howe’s current stars to remain at St James’ Park who was heavily linked with a move away last summer when his release clause was active that clause was not activated and Bruno remained with Newcastle United It remains to be seen if he will be the subject of interest this summer but the skipper will be much more inclined to continue playing in black and white if the Magpies are a Champions League club Football writer Adrian Clarke identifies the key players team tactics and where the final fixture of Matchweek 32 could be won or lost Is Guimaraes the strongest all-round central midfielder in the Premier League it is hard to think of anyone who offers more varied excellence than Newcastle's outstanding captain The Brazilian is enjoying another barnstorming season where he has been equally impactful in and out of possession - and the Magpies’ impressive surge towards a top-five finish owes plenty to the diversity of his skill set No Premier League player has run further than Guimaraes this season while he has won the most duels and fouls and is also joint-leader when it comes to serving up accurate through-balls Guimaraes’ through-balls for Alexander Isak have been especially profitable in 2024/25 He is always looking to make a penetrative pass and set up a goal for leading marksman Isak against Liverpool with a precise distribution that sent him clear.. ...and then in a 3-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers Last season, Guimaraes was often the deepest-lying midfielder in Eddie Howe’s starting line-up but he has been used in a box-to-box role far more regularly in 2024/25 This has got him into better positions inside the final third and although he is short of the 15 direct goal involvements he produced last season his six assists and four goals are still creditable given how much else Guimaraes offers the side When he is on the ball in the opposition half Guimaraes has the talent to see - and execute - passes that unlock the door Many modern-day creators also offer plenty without the ball and Newcastle's skipper is very much in that camp He has run further than any other player this season and also ranks fifth for his 11.5km per 90 minutes (min 2,000 mins) Guimaraes brings great energy to the team and is part of a highly industrious midfield unit that also boasts Joelinton and Sandro Tonali (12.1km per 90 The defensive action areas map below reflects the ground that he covers for Howe’s side winning the ball back in all areas of the pitch be abrasive in the mid-block or break up play in deeper parts of the field with equal effectiveness On Wednesday evening at St James’ Park, he will encounter a Crystal Palace midfield that is also combative Adam Wharton is the most comparable Eagles player another excellent passer that also offers quality out of possession When you compare some of their data for 2024/25 on a per 90-minute basis the Palace midfielder sits comfortably in the company of players such as Guimaraes While the Newcastle star edges most categories and is clearly more of an attacking threat The duo could be described as "box-to-box" players and although Guimaraes covers a wider expanse of grass the patterns on their respective season heat maps are remarkably similar you can expect combat at close quarters from Wharton and Guimaraes in this midweek encounter You don’t get many prolific ball-winners who also contribute a stack of goals and assists This is why Guimaraes is so vital to his team If you search for players who have produced at least 10 goal involvements AND have at least 150 ball recoveries to their name Just two individuals pop up for 2024/25 - and they happen to both be Bruno - Guimaraes and Fernandes of Manchester United Analysing the more creative side of the game using categories that highlight great distribution Aston Villa’s Youri Tielemans is the only player outside of the two Bruno’s who can boast 150+ successful duels 40+ chances created and 600+ successful passes inside the opposition half While Isak has deservedly been lavished with praise this season you could easily argue that Guimaraes is at least of equal importance to Newcastle He can attack and defend with equal quality and enthusiasm while the energy and work-rate he supplies is also a valuable commodity within the starting XI Guimaraes is a complete midfield maestro that takes Newcastle up a level with and without the ball Michael Owen and Steve Cooper discuss the top-five race and who they think will be in the competition next season Your entry has been submitted successfully Please check your email for further information Demarest Advogados has strengthened its capital markets group by recruiting a partner from Pinheiro Guimarães marking the Elite firm’s 11th lateral hire this year These firms have professional notices in the Latin Lawyer 250 Dr. Antonio “Mike” Michael Sherer Guimaraes, 66, of Bemidji, MN died Wednesday, Dec. 25, 2024 at Sanford Bemidji Medical Center after a short battle with cancer. remembers his younger sibling dominating him on the field as a kid.  who eventually played soccer at Penn State They spent many summers playing soccer in Brazil where Pedro Guimaraes frequently “bodied” him and tried to show him “who’s boss.” Johnny Guimaraes tried hard against Pedro Guimaraes but was getting nutmegged and laughed at despite being almost eight years older.  “It was embarrassing but funny,” Johnny Guimaraes said I used to tell my friends this kid is a child prodigy Pedro Guimaraes is starting to “make it.” The 16-year-old Orange County Soccer Club defender has appeared in six professional matches He has also been selected to the U-17 United States Men's Youth National Team and was part of the LAFC Academy where he was named to the MLS NEXT All-Star Game.  There are few places besides the pitch where the young talent would rather be “There wasn't ever a moment where my parents forced me to go play,” said Pedro Guimaraes in his first media interview “It was more of me asking them to go play with me I always went outside to kick a ball with my dad Photo courtesy of Orange County Soccer Club Pedro Guimaraes said it took him months to make friends in school when he moved to California but it took him minutes to find buddies on his team allowing him to spend more time on the field with his family and friends He switched from traditional schooling after missing much of his freshman year due to travel and wants to graduate early his whole life is soccer,” Johnny Guimaraes said Pedro Guimaraes is an outside back who likes to join the attack and contribute goals and assists He said he is better at pushing forward than staying back to defend.  Pedro Guimaraes has grown with Orange County SC by playing with older players mentioning defender Ryan Flood as a mentor He debuted against Rhode Island Football Club in front of 5,500 people “ I couldn't sleep that night thinking about the performance that we had.” he plays for fun and shares his love for the sport with his children.  Paulo Guimaraes said Pedro Guimaraes is skilled at other sports but has always been focused on soccer When winter arrived in his home state of Pennsylvania Pedro Guimaraes took his practice to the basement of his house and filmed himself practicing “It is his driven decision,"  Paulo Guimaraes said "He loves this sport and is very focused on this." Pedro Guimaraes is working hard to achieve his goals and Johnny Guimaraes believes he can reach them if he keeps it up.  “Even if he didn't get this lucky chance to be playing for [Orange County SC] right now still trying to make it work,” Johnny Guimaraes said The young outside back has played with players from different countries and varying play styles He learned the importance of the first touch and is working on developing his He has also learned to care for his body and recover after matches as he noticed how carefully professionals manage their fitness and emphasized the little details and traits he wants to employ.  “Learning from these guys is something I can take with me,” Guimaraes said “I can also teach the other young guys when I get older." we ran the latest edition of our subscriber-exclusive Ask Ornstein Q&A The Athletic’s subscribers can ask me for my views on anything from the football world I have pulled together some of my favourite questions and my answers are below asked: “Are the reports true about Andrea Berta wanting Bruno Guimaraes and Martin Zubimendi is it true that Arsenal are going to have a £300million budget this summer?” this is a personal opinion rather than sourced information but I don’t see Arsenal signing Zubimendi and Guimaraes We know about the historical Guimaraes links but that ship seemed to have sailed I’m not sure I can envisage Arsenal paying the kind of money Newcastle would ask for him (who especially given that he turns 28 this year Zubimendi is at a very advanced stage and the anticipation inside Arsenal is that he’s coming in. That deal would be a significant financial outlay, as would any move for a striker. There’s also other work to do — possible wide attacker, awaiting the decision of Rosenborg midfielder Sverre Halseth Nypan one or two goalkeepers — and although there will be exits I’m not sure recruiting Zubimendi and Guimaraes would be feasible even if Berta did want that (which I don’t know he does) In terms of the £300million ($388m) reports I’m not aware of a specific number but Arsenal recently posted healthy financial results they’re expected to qualify for the Champions League again and they didn’t spend in the winter window so there will definitely be room to manoeuvre I’d expect it to be a pretty busy summer at the Emirates asked: “Are there any left-backs Liverpool are looking at Ornstein: They will have a shortlist of potential targets Nuno Mendes (Paris Saint-Germain) and Alphonso Davies (Bayern Munich) were highly thought of at Anfield but both have signed new contracts Kerkez remains a strong option and Bournemouth will be open to doing business if their financial expectations are met but the price is likely to be above what Liverpool would normally pay for a full-back — plus they will have other options and Kerkez will have multiple suitors They already have two top-level left-backs in Andy Robinson and Kostas Tsimikas so you imagine one of them will need to go if another senior player is to arrive in that position Fazeel N. asked: “With Geovany Quenda joining Chelsea after previously being linked with Manchester United is that right wing-back position a priority for United in the summer Do they have any targets or are they looking to move forward with Diogo Dalot Ornstein: Despite where he played under Ruben Amorim at Sporting CP 17-year-old Quenda has mainly been used as a winger since the head coach joined United and that is where Chelsea intend to deploy him — on either side So I’m not sure United would have been signing him as a right wing-back… but that’s all hypothetical now United’s interest suggests they will be looking at other/similar opportunities on the market but that doesn’t guarantee they will do something Mazraoui seems to be flourishing in that right-sided role I expect United to make a handful of signings this summer and none of them are likely to stay with/be loaned back to their existing club in the way Quenda is going to be following this Chelsea deal it perhaps wasn’t feasible for United in the end anyway Dalot and Amad are also options… perhaps this position isn’t at the very top of their agenda asked: “Is Luis Diaz looking to leave in the summer and are Liverpool targeting any left-wingers to replace him — and if yes Ornstein: There is still no sign of a new contract which is unusual for such a prominent player who has been at Anfield for as long as Diaz has Barcelona have long been linked with him; their admiration is genuine There was definitely something in the Manchester City reports last summer but I don’t know if that will be revisited They will naturally have several other options asked: “Will we see some ‘unpopular’ sales from Arsenal this summer?” Ornstein: If Arsenal are going to commit a lot of money on a striker and the Zubimendi deal mentioned above gets done It wouldn’t shock me to see a notable player depart this summer but I don’t know who that might be asked: “Do you think (England manager) Thomas Tuchel believes Jarell Quansah is better than Jarrad Branthwaite Ornstein: Quansah is perhaps more versatile given he can play at centre-back and may well start the Carabao Cup final on Sunday at right-back I’m a massive fan of Branthwaite and believe his time will come Maybe where there were close calls for his first England squad Tuchel ultimately favoured players who have been competing towards the top of the Premier League asked: “How likely are West Ham to sign anyone in the summer Is it true they need to sell players to buy anybody?” Ornstein: West Ham are always active in the market, especially in summer windows, and I expect them to be again this year. The striker position is probably still high in their thinking, given Evan Ferguson’s loan from Brighton will end in May and we don’t know what will happen with Michail Antonio (who turns 35 this month) I’ve not heard they’re in a ‘Sell to buy’ position especially given their financial health (heavily aided by the stadium It will be the first off-season for head coach Graham Potter and head of recruitment Kyle Macaulay Let’s also see if the club add to their sporting/recruitment setup It should be a fascinating window at the London Stadium asked: “Do you expect Jorginho and Thomas Partey to leave Arsenal in the summer?” Ornstein: Not settled yet but there’s a very good chance It may be influenced by the status of potential arrivals in midfield asked: “There were reports this week regarding Jadon Sancho and the loan and buy option details Is there any truth that he might end up back at Manchester United Does he figure to be a part of Chelsea’s planning Ornstein: It was a loan with a conditional obligation to buy and then — as has been reported elsewhere — Chelsea can decide against going through with the obligation by paying a fee Sancho could return to United in the summer but that was not the aim of any party when they embarked upon this deal Let’s see if that remains the case or changes asked: “What is Chelsea’s thinking in regards to splashing out €50million on a player (Quenda) for two seasons’ time Will there be significant funds still available for Enzo Maresca in this summer’s window And how strong is Chelsea’s interest in Viktor Gyokeres?” will deservedly be among the striker options Chelsea I’m not aware of them prioritising him or vice versa — but I do expect them to bring in a No 9 There’s been no suggestion of funds not being available and that will only be helped by some inevitable exits — Chelsea have done a lot of trading under their owners and I’d anticipate that continuing even if not at the same rate as previously Centre-back Mamadou Sarr is coming in from Strasbourg and Chelsea are very busy signing some of the best young players around We’ll continue to update you on The Athletic in the weeks ahead asked: “Any information on the motivations to select a 34-year-old Jordan Henderson for this England squad over Adam Wharton or Morgan Gibbs-White?” Ornstein: I suspect leadership and experience perhaps in the dressing room and around the camp as much as on the pitch They’ve both had a taste already and their trajectory could not be more clear looks likely to be a hot commodity this summer from all reports with many Premier League clubs seemingly interested What are you hearing and who can we expect to be aggressive in pursuit of his signature?” Ornstein: I can’t guarantee you Larsson will move or where that destination might be if he does but the 20-year-old Swede is an elite talent who most of the leading clubs in England and abroad will be monitoring (at the very least) Manchester City are aware of the release clause that would allow them to replace Kevin De Bruyne with Newcastle midfielder Bruno Guimaraes the midfielder sounds extremely content with life in the North East.“I’m very much at home and living a dream,” he explains he is asked for more pictures than me – haha “Their affection towards us is unbelievable Newcastle is a freezing city – we barely see the sun – but it’s rewarding to be a hero of such lovely people “I cannot wait for my kids to be able to fully understand what their dad means to this community it’s hard to explain.”Interview by Caio Carrieri An official website of the United States government Watch Live at 11:30 a.m. ET: Results of Nationwide Law Enforcement Effort Press Conference View the latest ICE guidance on COVID-19 Get information about how to check in with your local ICE Office here Reportándose con ICE: Obtenga información sobre cómo reportarse a su oficina local de ICE aquí View in other languages Call 1-866-DHS-2-ICE to report suspicious activityReport Crime Learn More About ICE ICE's ERO officers uphold United States immigration laws by focusing on individuals who present the greatest risk to national security View the annual report Media Inquiries Immigration and Customs Enforcement and law enforcement partners from the Federal Bureau of Investigations Firearms and Explosives apprehended an illegally present Brazilian national and validated gang member convicted of assault and battery against a Massachusetts resident with the arrest of Caio Vitor Guimaraes-Silva during an immigration enforcement operation in Bellingham “Caio Vitor Guimaraes-Silva has not only shown a blatant disregard for U.S but he also presented a significant danger to the residents of Massachusetts,” said ICE Enforcement and Removal Operations Boston acting Field Office Director Patricia H “As a documented member of a violent street gang and an alien convicted of a violent crime ICE Boston will continue to prioritize public safety by arresting and removing illegal alien offenders from our New England neighborhoods.” Guimaraes lawfully entered the United States September 3 and later violated the terms of his lawful admission ICE lodged an immigration detainer against Guimaraes with the Middlesex County House of Corrections Feb The Milford District Court found Guimaraes guilty of two counts of assault and battery against a Massachusetts resident Sept The court sentenced Guimaraes to one year in prison but suspended all but 90 days of time served The court then released Guimaraes from state custody Guimaraes is in ICE custody following his arrest Members of the public can report crimes and suspicious activity by dialing 866-DHS-2-ICE (866-347-2423) or completing the online tip form Learn more about ICE’s mission to increase public safety in our New England communities on X: @EROBoston For media inquiries about ICE activities, operations, or policies, contact the ICE Office of Public Affairs at ICEMedia@ice.dhs.gov To describe Guimaraes as just a great player for Newcastle United would actually be doing the Brazilian a disservice the former Lyon star has been so much more than that tireless running and crucial goals only tell half the story Guimaraes is Newcastle’s team captain both because of his brilliance on the pitch and his personality off of it Clearly someone who loves playing for the club Newcastle paid around £41.5million for Guimaraes from Lyon in January 2022 and it’d be fair to say they landed quite the bargain. Naturally, interest in the 27-year-old has emerged, as Manchester City have been linked with Guimaraes However, at St James’ Park he’s stayed despite so much talk about his future and the Toon skipper has now revealed some panic amongst the fan base after supporters spoke to his father The midfielder’s father has also become something of a celebrity in Newcastle Guimaraes senior is often seen at games or supporting his son on social media his father cannot really speak English and was involved in something of a misunderstanding during a game at Burnley Guimaraes senior accidently said his son was leaving Newcastle naturally sparking concern amongst the supporters the Brazil international said: “I have a funny history with him “He didn’t know anything and my translator translated for him and said ‘oh When Bruno Guimarães' dad accidentally told fans he was leaving Newcastle pic.twitter.com/L0dbikqjUP The number 39 shirt for a central midfielder might seem somewhat strange particularly as the Brazilian arrived long before Sandro Tonali took the number eight However, Guimaraes wears the number 39 shirt because it’s his father’s taxi number in Brazil That underlines just what an important figure his father has been in a football career to have taken him from boyhood club Audax to Lyon and then to making history at Newcastle Thankfully, he looks here to stay on a long-term basis. Guimaraes wants to win more trophies at Newcastle, which now feels a distinct possibility after the Carabao Cup success Newcastle skipper Bruno Guimaraes revealed that he received a text message from Alan Shearer before Carabao Cup final against Liverpool Guimaraes is a regular in Brazil squads, while Joelinton’s transformation at Newcastle United has seen him become a fully-fledged international player Brazil are no longer the force of old on the international stage but both players will be hoping to end their relatively long wait for another World Cup when the 2026 edition rolls around in the United States The Selecao have not won the trophy with which they’ve become synonymous since 2002 Looking to restore former glories, Brazil want to appoint Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti as their new manager. At one point, a deal looked imminent but it has since been thrown into doubt. According to Fabrizio Romano Madrid are yet to sanction the Italian’s exit the former Chelsea and AC Milan manager has now spoken Speaking ahead of his side’s La Liga game against Celta Vigo on Sunday Ancelotti stressed he would not speak about a potential departure due to his respect for Madrid reveal that he would confirm his next move after the final game of the season Ancelotti said: “I have a lot of affection for my club I will talk about my future on the 25th and not before.”  | Ancelotti, sobre su futuro en Brasil: “Tengo mucho cariño a mi club, a mis jugadores y a mi afición, Como les tengo respeto. De mi futuro hablaré el día 25 y no antes”. pic.twitter.com/S6Lg5lZor1 While Guimaraes is more established in the international set-up Joelinton is yet to really nail down a place The 28-year-old has won seven caps since making his debut back in 2023 He was in the most recent squad back in March but seemingly did little to endear himself to supporters Brazil fans were furious with Joelinton for making a mistake against Colombia in a World Cup qualifier giving the ball away cheaply before Luiz Diaz scored it’ll be fascinating to see what becomes of Joelinton in the Brazil national team