Bruno Guimaraes received the full Monday Night Football treatment following his weekend heroics against Brentford. Sky Sports pundits Jamie Carragher and Roy Keane analysed the Brazilian’s mesmerising form since ditching Lyon for Newcastle United in January.
St James’ Park witnessed arguably Guimaraes’ finest hour yet on Saturday as his two goals helped condemn Brentford to a 5-1 battering. His second, a stunning 25-yard strike after running the length of the half, has triggered a debate about how good the 24-year-old can become.
Some Toon supporters are already hailing Guimaraes as the best midfielder they have ever seen in a black-and-white shirt. Goalscoring was not the South American’s forte at previous clubs but his development under Eddie Howe has added exactly that to his game.
