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Manchester United could have a golden opportunity to secure the signing of Lewis Hall from Newcastle United this summer, as journalist reports suggest the Magpies are bracing for a wave of high-profile departures.

Newcastle have already sanctioned the sales of Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali for substantial transfer fees earlier this summer, while Bruno Guimaraes appears set to be the next big name to leave. The Brazilian midfielder is reportedly unhappy with the club’s current project and has formally requested a move to Arsenal.

According to sources, Arsenal have tabled two bids so far, one worth £55 million and another of £60 million through intermediaries. The Gunners are now preparing a third offer in the region of £80 million, though Newcastle are holding firm on their £100 million valuation of their midfield talisman.

Should Guimaraes depart, it would be a massive blow for Newcastle supporters, as he has been one of the cornerstones of their resurgence — helping the club lift the League Cup and secure a return to the UEFA Champions League.

The situation could deteriorate further for the Magpies, with Manchester United now eyeing left-back Lewis Hall as their next potential signing.

Transfer expert Ben Jacobs has shed light on why one of Hall or Tino Livramento might be allowed to leave St James’ Park this window.

Speaking on The United Stand, Jacobs explained: “We’ve been told for months by Newcastle sources that if Livramento goes, Hall won’t, or vice versa. If Tonali goes, Guimaraes won’t.”

He continued: “Now we’re in a position where Guimaraes has actually asked to leave Newcastle. The club insists there’s been no direct contact with Arsenal, but through intermediaries and agents, offers have already been made.

“If Guimaraes does leave, even though that might seem to close the door on further exits, you could argue that other players might still test their chances if they’re keen to move on.”

Jacobs added: “I’m not convinced Newcastle desperately need the money from Guimaraes’ sale unless they are targeting six or seven new signings this summer. Before the transfer window opened, the club needed at least one major outgoing deal to comply with financial regulations. Having already sold Tonali and Gordon, an additional £80 million from Guimaraes would be more about reshaping the squad than financial necessity — but it would undoubtedly weaken their overall project.”

He concluded: “If a player initially labelled as not-for-sale ends up being sold, then others in the squad may start to question whether that stance really holds. I still sense Newcastle might lose one of these two full-backs.”

Previous reports have indicated that Hall could command a fee of £60 million or higher, with Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Bayern Munich all showing interest. Among these, Manchester United are believed to be leading the race, viewing the 21-year-old as the ideal long-term successor to Luke Shaw at left-back.