Newcastle United considers Botman and Thiaw for captaincy role
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 7:15 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026
Newcastle United is evaluating Sven Botman and Malick Thiaw as potential successors to Bruno Guimaraes for the captaincy. Guimaraes is departing for Arsenal, prompting new manager Matthias Jaissle to plan for a leadership change. Both Botman and Thiaw have shown increased leadership on the squad, with Botman starting six Champions League games and Thiaw 10 last season. Kieran Trippier previously served as vice-captain but has left the team, while Jacob Murphy continues to play a significant role in the dressing room. A decision on the new captain is expected soon.
- •Bruno Guimaraes transfers to Arsenal, leaving Newcastle without a captain.
- •New manager Matthias Jaissle is set to name a successor soon.
- •Botman and Thiaw are leading candidates for captaincy.
- •Kieran Trippier has left his role as vice-captain.
- •Jacob Murphy is also part of the leadership group.
- 7:15 PMYahoo Sports — Sven Botman and Malick Thiaw both likely to be considered as next Newcastle United captain
"Sven Botman and Malick Thiaw are likely to be under consideration to replace Bruno Guimaraes as the next Newcastle United captain, according to The Telegraph’s Luke Edwards. The Brazilian midfielder...
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