Fabrizio Romano provides update on United’s pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes
Fabrizio Romano provides update on United’s pursuit of Bruno Guimaraes Manchester United’s plans to reinforce the middle of the park this summer have seen them linked with several Premier League midfielders. The Red Devils would ideally like a replacement for Casemiro, whose contract expires at the end of this season. The Brazilian has been in rejuvenated form this season and has started every game under caretaker manager Michael Carrick.
However, he is already 34 years old and the English giants are keen to lay down succession plans. A recent report relayed by The Peoples Person states that Casemiro has advised United to sign Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimaraes as his possible successor. Newcastle’s talisman Guimaraes rose through the ranks at Brazilian club Audax, but it was at Athletico Paranaense that he caught the eye of Lyon.
The Ligue 1 club secured his services in 2020 before Newcastle came calling in January 2022. Since arriving at St James’ Park, Guimaraes has transformed into one of the finest midfielders in the Premier League. A warrior on the pitch, the 28 year old’s combative nature and his ability to operate in a box-to-box role also make him a superb choice to fill Casemiro’s shoes.
This season, Guimaraes has registered nine goals and seven assists in 35 games across all competitions, all but three of which were starts. Bruno Guimaraes Stats: 2025/26 Season Source: Transfermarkt . A recent report relayed by The Peoples Person states that United are in advanced talks to sign Guimaraes this summer.
Acclaimed journalist Fabrizio Romano has now shed light on the matter. United monitoring several targets Speaking on GIVEMESPORT’s Market Madness podcast, Romano rubbished reports that United are closing in on Guimaraes. He said: “Every day there is a different story about Manchester United and midfielders.