Man City transfer blow as star Premier League midfielder says he ‘feels at home’ where he is and is ‘very happy’
BRUNO GUIMARAES has reiterated his commitment to Newcastle amid transfer links away from St James’ Park.
The Brazilian, 27, has become a star man on Tyneside since moving from Lyon in January 2022.
Guimaraes has been linked with Manchester City ahead of next month’s transfer window.
Pep Guardiola‘s side are keen to bolster their midfield ranks having struggled without injured Ballon d’Or winner Rodri.
The Newcastle star appears likely to stay at St James’ Park, however, given his recent comments.
He said: “They took us in like family. We are Geordies now. I feel very, very happy in the team.
“I think I have a new home outside of Brazil. If one day I come back to Newcastle, they will always take me as part of the family.
“I want both my sons to know exactly what I’m doing here. We have a special history for them so the connection we have is unbelievable.
“I feel like one of them so every time I play, I don’t just play for Bruno or my family – I play for Newcastle United.
“I’m not speaking this like, ‘Oh, he’s lying’. When I lose, I get upset because I lose and Newcastle lose. I feel like a fan.
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“Even when I retire, I will support the team because they made me feel at home since my first day here.”
City are unlikely to make a move for Guimaraes next month.
But Guardiola has spoken of his desire for January reinforcements.
He told Amazon Prime Video: “We have to add players, definitely. You know, we struggle — especially at the back and in the middle so I think we have to.
But saying that, I do not know what is going to happen. The transfer window in winter is not easy but everyone is aware of that.
“Even our players are aware of our situation and what we need to do.”
City are interested in Paris Saint-Germain forward Randal Kolo Muani.
The Frenchman, who is out of favour at PSG, has also attracted attention from Tottenham, Arsenal and Liverpool.