Liverpool have given Bruno Guimaraes fresh transfer hopes after Newcastle’s upset

Newcastle United’s recent appointment could open up opportunities for Liverpool in the transfer market.

Liverpool, under the new management of Arne Slot, are yet to announce any new signings this summer. Slot, who was appointed as Jurgen Klopp’s successor earlier this year, will oversee pre-season training at the AXA Training Center later this month.

Despite the lack of new faces in the squad, there has been no shortage of speculation about potential additions. One name that has been linked with the Reds is Bruno Guimaraes.

The Brazilian midfielder, who is currently representing his country at the Copa America alongside Liverpool’s Alisson Becker, has been heavily rumored to be on the move from Newcastle this summer, with Manchester City also said to be interested.

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Newcastle this week confirmed the appointment of Paul Mitchell as their new sporting director. Mitchell had previously been earmarked for a similar role at Liverpool following the departure of Julian Ward last year, but the Reds recently appointed Richard Hughes, with Ward now working at Fenway Sports Group (FSG), reports the Liverpool Echo.

Newcastle’s decision to bring in Mitchell follows Dan Ashworth’s move to Manchester United earlier this week. The former sporting director was responsible for ensuring the Magpies complied with the Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR) ahead of the June 30 deadline.

Newcastle have managed to meet financial regulations due to the sales of Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh, but rumors persist that more departures from St James’ Park could be on the horizon this summer.

Among those being speculated about is Guimaraes, with Mitchell tasked with either securing a new contract or arranging a transfer away from Newcastle in the coming weeks or months. As a result, Liverpool should monitor the situation at Newcastle closely and be prepared to make a move if the opportunity to sign Guimaraes becomes viable, assuming their interest is genuine.