Newcastle identifies Danilo Santos as potential Bruno Guimaraes replacement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Newcastle United is preparing for the possibility of losing Bruno Guimaraes amid Arsenal's interest. The Magpies have identified Danilo Santos as a key target to fill the midfield gap if Guimaraes departs. Santos, currently with Botafogo, has made an impact in Brazil with 10 goals and six assists in 38 games. While Newcastle remains firm on not selling Guimaraes, they acknowledge the need for a solid replacement should an offer be accepted. Danilo's playing style is seen as a strong fit for the club's needs.
- •Newcastle prepares for potential sale of Bruno Guimaraes to Arsenal.
- •Danilo Santos emerges as the primary replacement target.
- •Santos has scored 10 goals and provided six assists for Botafogo.
- •Newcastle remains firm on their stance that Guimaraes is not for sale.
- •Danilo shares similar playing traits with Guimaraes.
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Danilo Santos eyed by Newcastle as potential Bruno Guimaraes replacement
"Newcastle United are actively preparing contingency plans for their midfield in the wake of growing speculation over Bruno Guimaraes’s future. While the Magpies are determined to retain their captai...
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