Newcastle United just agreed to terms with one of their best players on a new contract. Bruno Guimares signed a five-year contract with the club last week, securing his future until 2028.
Since joining the Magpies last year, the Brazilian has established himself as a crucial member of Eddie Howe’s squad. Guimares missed only six Premier League games last season due to injury and started the rest, contributing nine goals to the team despite being primarily a defensive midfielder.
While his performances have wowed those close to him and those watching from afar, his market value has risen as well. Guimares was valued at €30 million (£25.7 million) by Transfermarkt just before his move to St James’ Park, and he has subsequently risen to €85 million (£73 million). Newcastle reportedly inserted a £100 million release clause to his new contract, which is unsurprising.
While his performances have wowed those close to him and those watching from afar, his market value has increased as well. Guimares was valued at €30 million (£25.7 million) by Transfermarkt just before his move to St James’ Park, and he has now surged to €85 million (£73 million). It’s no surprise that Newcastle included a reputed £100 million release clause in his new contract.
However, in the aftermath of this revelation, another has arisen to disprove this apparent’secret clause.’ According to an exclusive from FootballTransfers, there is no such clause in Guimares’ new contract with Newcastle. According to the new update, there has been a lot of interest in the Brazil international in recent months, but no club will have an advantage when it comes to approaching him to sign him.
Guimares has started every Premier League match for Newcastle this season, contributing a goal and an assist. Newcastle went into the international break seventh in the table, but not far off the pace of the top four. Following up from their outstanding 2022/23 season, their objective is undoubtedly to continue their push for European football.
