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Manchester City has set their sights on Bruno Guimaraes as their top midfield target, willing to shell out a staggering £100 million for the treble-winning Newcastle favorite. Pep Guardiola, in particular, is keen on bolstering his midfield options to complement Spanish maestro Rodri. While alternatives like Aston Villa’s Douglas Luiz and Bayern Munich’s Joshua Kimmich are being considered, it’s Guimaraes who sits atop City’s summer transfer wishlist, according to reports.

Guardiola himself has lauded the Brazilian international, describing him as an “exceptional holding midfielder” during a recent press conference. Praising Guimaraes’ combative style and ability to control the game, Guardiola expressed confidence in Newcastle’s plans to integrate him into their long-term strategy.

Despite Guimaraes recently signing a contract extension with St James’ Park until 2028, speculation persists due to his hefty release clause, rumored to be in excess of £100 million. City, known for their willingness to pay top dollar for talent, could potentially trigger this clause to secure Guimaraes’ services.

As for Guimaraes himself, his immediate focus remains on Newcastle’s Premier League campaign, which has seen a dip in form due to their taxing schedule, exacerbated by their participation in the Champions League earlier in the season. Currently sitting in tenth place, Newcastle will look to bounce back, with Guimaraes having the chance to showcase his abilities against City in the upcoming FA Cup clash.