Newcastle Insists Guimaraes Is Not for Sale

Arsenal’s Interest in Newcastle’s Captain

Newcastle keep insisting that Bruno Guimaraes will not be sold this window. Meanwhile, Arsenal are reported to be closing in on a deal for the midfielder. Brazilian media claim Newcastle is already preparing a backup plan should Guimaraes move to north London.

Botafogo’s Midfielder Danilo Santos as Contingency Plan

According to Brazilian outlet FogaoNET, Newcastle leads the race to sign Danilo Santos if Guimaraes departs St James’s Park. The 25‑year‑old is seen as a direct replacement for the captain. His relentless box‑to‑box style aligns with Eddie Howe’s preferred player profile.

Top Clubs Monitoring Danilo

Chelsea, Arsenal, and Manchester United have all made inquiries about the player. Zenit and Galatasaray have also contacted Botafogo. Botafogo wants to sell to Europe but only at a price they consider fair. No independent outlet has yet confirmed Newcastle’s reported interest.

Danilo’s Career Snapshot Since Returning to Brazil

Danilo spent two seasons with Nottingham Forest, making 62 appearances across all competitions. He returned to Brazil with Botafogo and has scored 11 goals while adding seven assists in 41 matches. His solid form earned him a place on Brazil’s national team and four substitute appearances at the 2026 World Cup. The experience he gathered in the Premier League adds to his market value.

Uncertainty and Market Noise

The sheer number of clubs linked to Danilo makes it difficult to verify Newcastle’s interest. Some observers think the speculation could be a tactic to push the player back to Europe. Until a concrete bid surfaces, the situation stays fluid and open to change.