Bruno Guimaraes is a wanted man this summer.
The Brazilian is the target of interest from the four-time defending Premier League champions after another standout campaign with Newcastle United.
But while Manchester City will always be linked with the biggest names in the sport, a former City player is advising Guimaraes to resist the temptation of joining the Sky Blues.
Instead, Bacary Sagna thinks the 26-year-old should stay at Newcastle and help that club to greater heights. Guimaraes is a central figure at St. James' Park, and Sagna believes it would be better for both the player and the club if he were to stay with the Magpies — if for no other reason than City's incredible squad depth.
"I don’t think that Manchester City need a player like Bruno; I think City are covered in the middle," Sagna told CoinPoker. "I really respect the player – I think he has wonderful ability. He is such an important player for Newcastle, I can’t see how they could justify selling him, especially to another team in the Premier League.
"It’s really important that Newcastle United hold onto their best players if they want to challenge the best team in the Premier League. I think he’s going to be a big part of Newcastle’s project for the next few years and is a player that they should be looking to build around, not sell. He can fulfill his ambitions with Newcastle if they continue to strengthen the squad."
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