
Premier League
FC Barcelona could make a significant change to its squad ahead of the summer of 2025, with a renewed focus on acquiring Bruno Guimaraes, provided the sale of Frenkie de Jong is finalized.
For some time now, the future of the Dutch midfielder has been uncertain, and despite regaining prominence under Hansi Flick's leadership, the Catalan club does not rule out his departure if a renewal agreement is not reached. If De Jong leaves Barcelona, Guimaraes would be a fitting option in line with the club's sporting plans, given his profile as a modern central midfielder and his ability to contribute both in recovery and ball distribution.
Barcelona Wants Bruno Guimaraes if Frenkie de Jong Leaves
The interest in the Brazilian is not new; Barcelona has closely monitored his progress at Newcastle United. However, up to now, the priority has been reinforcing other areas of the field, especially defense and attack. Nevertheless, with De Jong's potential departure, the club could expedite negotiations for Guimaraes, a player who, although linked to other top clubs like Arsenal and Manchester City, is not yet a primary target for these teams.
Barcelona could capitalize on the situation if Newcastle fails to qualify for the Champions League, which may jeopardize the Brazilian's tenure at St James' Park. Yet, the English club stands in a strong position and is not expected to ease Guimaraes' departure, although the attraction of a giant like Barcelona could influence the balance in such a competitive market.
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