Bruno Guimaraes, the Brazilian midfielder prefers being a key player. For his club Newcastle rather than just being a cog in the big football club like Manchester City and being classified as a reserve.
The Citizens have been linked with a move to Guimaraes after losing Ballon d’Or winner Rodri for the 2024-25 season. As he rehabs after undergoing ACL and meniscus surgery. UFABET
Of course, the Brazilian is one of the players that. Manager Josep Guardiola has been impressed with, both in terms of his skills and his attitude and leadership on and off the pitch. Leading to a chase for him at the Etihad Stadium.
However, the taxi driver’s son midfielder would rather be the head of a dog at St James’ Park than the tail of a dragon at the Etihad.
“I believe that playing at Newcastle is a club. Where I can be a role model and be highly respected.” he told Globo Esporte.
“I’m the captain here… that’s what you asked me three years ago. My biggest dream is to play in the Premier League , play like a legend , be captain. That’s amazing. And I love the city of Newcastle .”
“Of course, being linked with Manchester City means I’m playing at a high level. But it’s nothing more than being linked.”
“I know Guardiola likes my football. It’s normal for a great coach to be impressed by our skills.”
“We talked once after the media interview. I admired the work he did, and he praised my work back, but nothing more.”
The 27 -year- old was a regular starter in Brazil’s 1-1 draw with Uruguay on Tuesday in the 2026 World Cup South American qualifiers.