Newcastle United are reportedly monitoring Corinthians star Andre Luiz as a potential replacement for Bruno Guimarães if the Magpies talisman leaves St James’ Park this summer.
ESPN Brazil correspondent Felipe Silva said the Tyneside club are keeping a close eye on the 19-year-old midfielder as they draw up a contingency plan for the engine room.
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Newcastle eyeing signing of Andre Luiz
According to the report, the feeling within the Corinthians team is that the upcoming transfer window is the ideal time to take advantage of the youngster’s rising stock.
ESPN suggests Andre’s agent is already in Europe and actively gauging interest from potential suitors.
Corinthians are understood to be open to negotiations for the player, who they have long considered one of their most valuable assets.
The Brazilian club reportedly set a valuation of around €20 million (approximately £17 million) for 70 per cent of his financial rights.
Furthermore, the midfielder is said to be willing to give up his own percentage of the transfer fee to secure a deal.
Who is Andre Ruiz?
Luiz is a highly regarded youngster who has quickly established himself as a key player in the Brazilian club’s first team.
The right-footed playmaker is known for his technical poise and tactical intelligence, traits that have sometimes been compared to some of Brazil’s elite deep midfielders.
Despite his young age, he has already gained significant experience in high-pressure competitions such as the Campeonato Brasileiro Serie A and the CONMEBOL Libertadores.
His ability to set the tempo and break through the lines has made him an outstanding rising star in South American football.
The current market value is estimated at €16 million (according to Transfermarkt), and the contract runs until 2029, making it a long-term investment.
Signing a talent like Andre Luiz for less than £20m could be a huge coup for Newcastle, mirroring the success of the scouting strategy that brought Guimarães to the club in 2022.
Guimarães’ future at the club is uncertain, with Arsenal among the clubs showing strong interest in signing the Brazilian, and Luiz could be a smart signing as a long-term successor.
