Bruno Guimaraes: Real Madrid threaten to ruin United’s pursuit of Brazilian
Bruno Guimaraes: Real Madrid threaten to ruin United’s pursuit of Brazilian Manchester United’s pursuit of Newcastle United midfielder Bruno Guimaraes will hardly be a straightforward affair. The Red Devils are set to focus on the middle of the park in the upcoming transfer window as they lay down succession plans for Casemiro. The Brazilian midfielder recently turned 34 years old, but he has shown no signs of slowing down.
Casemiro has been indispensable for the Premier League giants this season, but his contract expires at the end of this campaign. It has already been announced that the veteran midfielder will leave the Theatre of Dreams as a free agent this summer. Given his importance to the team, it is imperative that United sign a worthy successor over the summer.
Recent reports have suggested that the Red Devils have identified Casemiro’s countryman and international team-mate Guimaraes as an option for the job. Casemiro backing Guimaraes United are likely to prefer Premier League-proven candidates to reinforce their midfield, given their success with Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. Guimaraes is one of the best in the league and has been in superb form for the Magpies in recent times.
This season, the Brazilian has registered nine goals and seven assists in 35 appearances in all competitions. Bruno Guimaraes Stats: 2025/26 Season Source: Transfermarkt . United have Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali on their wish list, but Guimaraes’ ability to protect the back four as well as contribute in the final third also makes him a fine replacement for Casemiro.
Indeed, a recent report relayed by The Peoples Person states that the veteran midfielder has already backed his countryman to fill his boots at the Theatre of Dreams next season. With Newcastle in danger of missing out on next season’s Champions League and likely to face financial constraints, United are reportedly willing to offer as much as £80 million for Guimaraes to tempt the Magpies. However, it now appears that Real Madrid are ready to put a dent in their plans.