Bruno Guimaraes backed to agree deal after source’s £100m Newcastle United reveal – pundit
Alan Hutton has backed Bruno Guimaraes to sign a new contract at Newcastle United.
Speaking exclusively to Football Insider, the former Tottenham and Aston Villa defender insisted Newcastle will need to upgrade current options.
On 1 June, this site revealed that the Toon are confident of tying the £100million-rated midfielder down to a new long-term deal, despite interest from Barcelona.
The 25-year-old’s contract is set to expire in 2026 but he has been in talks with the Magpies in the last few months over an extension.
The Brazilian is now close to landing a bumper pay rise after an impressive spell since his arrival last January (2022).
When asked how important it is for Eddie Howe’s side to tie down Guimaraes to a new contract, Hutton told Football Insider: “I think it is very important.
“I think it is an interesting window for a lot of teams and I put Newcastle in that bracket. Where do they see their future now?
“They have made the top four, you have to upgrade.
“As well as all those players have done there will be certain areas within that team that if they really want to kick on and put down a marker, try and go for top spots in the league, they are going to have to upgrade.
“It is as simple as that. That is how harsh football can be at times. He is definitely one they will look to tie down but it will be interesting to see what other type of player they want to bring in.“
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