Newcastle United have firmly denied any contact from Arsenal regarding Bruno Guimaraes, with well-placed sources reiterating that the club captain is not for sale. The stance remains unchanged despite persistent speculation linking the Brazil international with a move to the Emirates.
No Bid or Official Approach
Radio silence has surrounded the deal in recent weeks, with Newcastle chiefs insisting they have not received a bid or even an official approach for Guimaraes. Reports emerging from London this afternoon have been dismissed as agent 'games' by those behind the scenes at St James' Park. Chronicle Live understands it would take a huge bid from Arsenal to even get Newcastle to consider selling their skipper, but as things stand, there has not even been a phone call.
Newcastle's Firm Stance
Newcastle showed they were prepared to hold out for a hefty fee when Sandro Tonali was sold to Arsenal's rivals Tottenham Hotspur for £100m. However, no talks have been held with Arsenal for Bruno, and there has been no bid for his services. Talk of Arsenal having a valuation of £60m has been deemed irrelevant because Newcastle simply do not want to part with the skipper.
Newcastle are understandably growing frustrated by their captain being unsettled. Bruno has not handed in a transfer request or indicated he wants to leave yet. The Magpies would need to hear that from Bruno before considering what comes next, but with no bid or offer on the table, Newcastle are focused on trying to get incoming business done.
Transfer Saga Reminiscent of Isak Situation
It is believed that Newcastle are working on deals for a goalkeeper, midfielder, and defensive cover. For Newcastle, the transfer saga is getting close to last summer's Alexander Isak situation. Back then, middle men tried to ruffle feathers with Isak and succeeded as he refused to train or play in pre-season before getting his move to Liverpool. However, that was only because the Reds were given an ultimatum to pay £125m or forget the transfer completely. After initial paltry bids, Liverpool returned with the money and Isak was sold.
Newcastle now expect Bruno to report for training next month after his holiday following his World Cup duties with Brazil. Bruno has stayed silent on the matter all summer and posted a picture of Kevin Keegan on his social media as the legend's death was made public.
