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When Bruno Guimaraes arrived at St James’ Park in January, he was a luxury addition to Newcastle United’s squad list.
While Kieran Trippier’s arrival was heralded as a triumph, it was the £35 million purchase of a non-English midfielder – who was wanted by Arsenal and Juventus – that sparked the greatest interest.
The Brazilian came in Tyneside with his best years ahead of him and as the lone winter newcomer with no Premier League experience.
Eddie Howe resisted appeals from fans to start Guimaraes by gradually acclimating him to the demands of English football. When he eventually played, the 24-year-gutsy old’s gamble paid off, solidifying his image as St James’ Park’s new cult hero.
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Guimaraes is currently too excellent for Newcastle, as fans have already recognized. Recognizing this isn’t meant to be a criticism on United; rather, it’s a recognition that his arrival would not have been feasible under Mike Ashley’s leadership.
Toon bosses have the opportunity to purchase players in the same category as the Brazilian in the transfer market, giving Newcastle the best chance of climbing into the top 10 and, perhaps, securing a prestigious European position.
Signing three players of Guimaraes’ caliber, along with two or three smart signings, should make the 2022-23 season exciting.
This summer, Staveley & Co should strive to “step up” to Guimaraes’ quality in three critical positions, according to media report:
Striker
Callum Wilson, the Newcastle striker, is capable of leading the line if he can remain healthy. Since coming in 2020, the Magpies’ number nine has had two injury-plagued seasons, but he still scores goals when he is on the pitch.
However, the team cannot afford to go the entire season without its key focal point, and the club’s present choices are limited. Chris Wood has struggled since joining in January, while Dwight Gayle is rumored to be on his way to the Championship.
The addition of a world-class striker would catapult United to new heights and may be the difference between a top-half finish and a European berth.
Darwin Nunez, a striker for Benfica, is still being connected, although clubs above the Magpies’ status are also interested in the Uruguayan.
Wilson’s presence as a backup would provide Howe with significant offensive alternatives, which the club has lacked in previous years.
Centre-back
Newcastle’s search of a centre-back occupied the majority of January transfer chatter. One didn’t arrive until the last hour of the window, when Dan Burn’s £13 million move from Brighton was announced – and the Geordie has been a revelation since then.
Sven Botman and Diego Carlos, on the other hand, did not join the Saudi-backed revolution, but the former is still said to be on the club’s radar. Burn, Fabian Schar, and Jamaal Lascelles are the only centre-back alternatives after Ciaran Clark and Federico Fernandez were judged surplus to requirements.
The addition of Virgil van Dijk by Liverpool four years ago demonstrates how an excellent defender can enhance the game of those around him, and Howe is well aware of this. Evan Ndicka, a Europa League champion, is another candidate being mentioned as Newcastle looks to strengthen their defense.
Winger
Following a hit-or-miss campaign, a small number of Toon fans want Allan Saint-Maximin sold. However, this would just need Newcastle acquiring two wingers rather than one in the transfer market.
Currently, the Frenchman and Ryan Fraser are Howe’s best wide receiver options. Miguel Almiron might be traded, while Jacob Murphy’s right-back abilities make him a utility player.
Adding a top-tier winger like David Ginola or Laurent Robert to the mix, coupled with a striker, would make the Magpies’ assault fearsome next season.
Following a great season in the Bundesliga, reports have connected Bayer Leverkusen winger Moussa Diaby with a transfer to Newcastle.
His 13 goals and 12 assists put him on par with Guimaraes, and if he can maintain that form in the Premier League, United will have a winner on their hands.
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