'My guy' - Bruno Guimaraes drops social media tribute after Newcastle United injury blow
Newcastle United skipper Bruno Guimaraes posts social media tribute to Lewis Hall.
He may well have been away in Paris this week, but Bruno Guimaraes is in no mood to shirk his leadership responsibilities.
Earlier this week, the Brazilian stood up for Anthony Gordon after the winger’s inexplicable red card against Brighton and Hove Albion.
The Toon ace lashed out at Jan paul van Hecke in a moment of madness - despite the whistle already being blown for offside. Guimaraes has refused to let his Newcastle teammate come under fire by asking supporters to “blame” him for the Brighton defeat.
He said: “(I am) disappointed not to progress in the FA Cup as it was clearly one of our goals.
“Moments like this are when we need to stick together the most. I know that, when eliminations like this happen, it’s hard to accept and we always look for someone to blame. If you need to find one, you can blame me.
“We have two weeks before one of the most important games for the club in recent years, and we must be ready for this great opportunity. My only request is that, in this moment, we stay united as one and go after the best for the club because we still have great things ahead.”
And after jumping to the defence of Gordon earlier this week, Bruno was again standing up for his teammate Lewis Hall, by paying tribute to the fallen star on Instagram.
Hall was this week ruled out by Newcastle United for the rest of the season, meaning he will not only miss the 12 remaining Premier League fixtures, but also the final of the Carabao Cup v Liverpool on March 16.
How long will Lewis Hall be out injured?
A statement confirming the news was released today via NUFC, it read: “Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall will miss the rest of the 2024/25 season after sustaining an injury to a bone in his foot.
“The 20-year-old was injured during the Magpies’ Premier League fixture at Liverpool.
“Following a scan and advice from a specialist, Lewis will undergo surgery before a period of rehabilitation with the club’s medical team.
“Everyone at Newcastle United wishes Lewis the very best with his surgery and recovery.”
And Bruno was quick to show his support for the player publicly, too.
Taking to Instagram he posted a pic of Hall to his story with the words “Speed recovery my guy.”
He also linked to Hall’s Instagram account and added black and white heart emojis and a pray sign.
Who will replace Lewis Hall for Newcastle United?
Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has a real issue on his hands replacing Hall in the Magpies XI, as the player has been one of the stand out performers of the season so far.
It is likely that former Chelsea youth teammate of Hall, Tino Livramento will shift across to the left, with Kieran Trippier coming in on the right-hand side.
Howe could also turn to Matt Targett to fill in, if needed, or, although it would prove unpopular, shift Dan Burn out to cover in case of emergency.