On Friday, ESPN in Brazil stated Paris Saint-Germain have identified Newcastle United’s Bruno Guimarães as their priority target and are keen on signing him in January.
Later that day, TNT Sports Brazil reported the midfielder has a €116m release clause which can be paid in three installments.
Foot Mercato now provide a background into the Ligue 1 side’s interest in the Newcastle star and their chances of securing his services this month.
PSG want to bolster their midfield and appreciate the 26-year-old’s profile. Their interest isn’t new as they have been following him even before he joined the Magpies from Lyon in January 2022.
Interestingly, Barcelona are also said to be in the picture for the Brazil international as their sporting director, Deco, appreciates him. However, their financial conditions make a potential deal difficult, at least in January.
Foot Mercato claim an operation could be carried out if Barca were to include one of their own players as part of the deal.
No names are mentioned, but Raphinha would be one of the obvious options and could be attractive for Newcastle.
Guimarães’ high clause means Eddie Howe’s side can balance their books through his sale but the report states they don’t have the intention to sanction his sale in the winter market.
Therefore, Foot Mercato claim a potential deal to sign the South American is ‘anything but easy’ for PSG [and Barca] in January.
At the same time, the outlet also warns Newcastle that it may not be impossible for Luis Enrique’s side.
