Bruno Guimaraes is described by many as ‘one of the best young midfielders’ in Europe - and after just 405 minutes of Premier League football, it has not taken Newcastle United fans long to agree with that statement. The Brazilian has had to wait nearly three months to make his first start at St James’ Park, against Wolves, but it was worth the wait.
Before the one-nil victory over Wolves, Guimaraes had been afforded just 13 minutes of playing time at home. It’s a testament to both him and Eddie Howe that firstly, Guimaraes did not act in a negative way to lack of game time, and secondly, the manager had an approach and stuck with it despite the noise from elsewhere.
It was no secret that Guimaraes would start against Wolves - a side with European ambitions, and arguably the surprise package of the season. Yet, Wolves were no match for Guimaraes who quite simply looked a level above the Midlands opposition.
