The transfer saga surrounding Bruno Guimaraes continues to unfold, with Newcastle United's manager Eddie Howe privately believing that the club will sell the Brazilian midfielder to Arsenal before the end of the summer transfer window.
Newcastle are currently in advanced talks to replace Howe with Matthias Jaissle, head coach of Al-Ahli in the Saudi Pro League, just 24 days before their Premier League season opener against Liverpool on August 23.
Howe has expressed frustration with the club's decision to sell Sandro Tonali and Anthony Gordon this summer, with Tonali joining Tottenham in a deal worth up to £100 million and Gordon making his £69.3m switch to Barcelona before the World Cup.
The report suggests that Howe feels Newcastle will also sell Guimaraes to Arsenal, who have already had offers of £55 million and £70m rejected for the international midfielder.
In his final interview as Newcastle manager on Wednesday evening, Howe admitted he could not guarantee that Guimaraes would stay at St James' Park, citing the importance of players being committed to the club.
Howe praised Guimaraes' commitment and outstanding performances for Newcastle, stating that he would love to see the midfielder continue to wear the shirt and play with the fans by his side.
Newcastle United have signed several players this summer, including Bazoumana Toure from Hoffenheim for £43m and Aladji Bamba from Monaco for £34m, but the departure of key players like Guimaraes and Tonali has raised concerns about the club's ability to retain their best talent.
The transfer situation is likely to continue to be a source of distraction for Newcastle United as they prepare for the new season, but Howe remains focused on ensuring that Guimaraes trains well and makes a positive impact when he returns to the team.
