Bruno Guimaraes is edging closer to agreeing to a new long-term deal with Newcastle United. The Brazil international has been in negotiations with the Magpies throughout 2023 with the player's representatives Bertolucci Sports spotted on Tyneside in the last fortnight.
Bruno currently has three years left on his existing deal at St James' Park but is delighted with the way his move has gone after arriving from Lyon. Bruno's camp are relaxed but confident that a deal will soon be struck by Newcastle.
And while Real Madrid have been watching developments carefully - with a European giants long-term admirers of the midfield ace - Newcastle have told Bruno they want to build a team around players like him. On a personal level Bruno is delighted with life in the city with his young son and family settling in brilliantly in Newcastle. United hope that the fact a top star like Bruno is prepared to commit his future here will lead to other big deals.