At St. James’ Park, Newcastle United recently celebrated a significant moment. They proudly announced that Bruno Guimarães, the talented midfielder from Brazil, inked a fresh five-year contract with the club. This delightful news came as a beacon of hope for the Magpies’ faithful.
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Bruno, originally hailing from the vibrant city of Rio de Janeiro, made a resolute commitment to his future at the club, extending his tenure until the year 2028. His journey to St. James’ Park commenced in January 2022 when he left behind the allure of the Champions League for the arduous battle in the Premier League. Little did he know then that his arrival would become a remarkable turnaround.
Why did Newcastle extend Bruno Guimarães contract by 5 years?
Series of events led to this moment. In his debut season, Bruno played a pivotal role in guiding Newcastle away from the relegation danger, and their transformation was nothing short of astounding. They secured a fourth-place finish, thereby clinching a coveted spot in Europe’s premier club competition.
Bruno’s impact on the field was equally impressive. In 67 appearances across various competitions, he netted 11 goals, a testament to his prowess. Notably, his journey commenced with a jaw-dropping backheeled volley that found the back of the net during his first full debut, a memorable victory against Southampton.
VAMOS! 🇧🇷🤙
We are delighted to announce that Bruno Guimarães has signed a new five-year contract!#BRUNO2028
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) October 7, 2023
Overflowing with joy, Bruno shared his sentiments, expressing his profound gratitude for the warmth and love he received from the fans since his arrival. He articulated his profound happiness in being part of a club that felt like home, emphasizing his commitment to bringing joy to the supporters and contributing to the team’s success.
Furthermore, Bruno reflected on his initial aspiration when he joined the club,
“I remember in my first interview, I said I wanted to play for this club in the Champions League and now it’s happening. We are doing so well and when I look around the pitch at my team-mates, I am so proud of them all. I’m proud of everyone; the team, the staff, the owners and the fans”
The impact extended to the city itself, as belief in the team was rekindled, and an air of astonishment enveloped the club. Bruno expressed his hopes that this momentum would persist, and he marveled at the incredible transformation his life had undergone in the span of just two years.
Eddie Howe, the head coach, chimed in with his own enthusiasm, describing Bruno’s signing as a momentous occasion.
“I’m delighted to get Bruno signed and committed to the long-term future of the football club. He’s such an important player and he’s done so well since he joined the club. He’s been a huge success since he’s been here so I just hope that he can continue in that vein and carry on his success with us. He cares very deeply about Newcastle United and the success of the club and he’s got a great relationship with our supporters”
Bruno was undoubtedly a pivotal signing, exemplifying the kind of player they aspired to bring to the club to sustain their success.
