Bruno Guimaraes ‘agrees’ to join Man Utd this summer under one condition

The Brazilian has just two years remaining on his current deal at St James’, and he has emerged as top transfer target for Michael Carrick’s side in recent weeks amid the Red Devils’ pursuit of a new central midfielder.

Although the 13-time Premier League winners are also interested in signing players like Elliot Anderson, Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba, Alex Scott, Joao Gomes, and Sandro Tonali, Guimaraes has been identified as a potential replacement for his countryman Casemiro in the Manchester United midfield.

Transfer insider IndyKaila claims that an agreement on personal matters and an Old Trafford swap have been reached.

Guimaraes, 28, is reportedly pushing Newcastle to finalize a deal with the Red Devils on a transfer fee because he wants to seal a move to Manchester United this summer.

Eddie Howe responds to Bruno Guimaraes transfer gossip

However, when asked about reports suggesting that Guimaraes is in advanced talks with Man Utd officials last week, Newcastle boss Eddie Howe was quick to downplay rumours that his captain could leave St James’ Park this summer.

“I don’t even know how to respond to that. I don’t even think I should because it’s a waste of my energy,” Howe told reporters.