Newcastle United: Bruno Guimaraes sends five-word message to Joe Willock after on-field bust-up
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Credit: Imago Tue 19 May 2026 9:27, UK Newcastle United star Bruno Guimaraes has assured supporters that there is no bad blood between him and Joe Willock after their spat against West Ham.The pair were seen arguing in the latter stages of the Magpies’ 3-1 win over the Hammers on Sunday afternoon.Willock had tried to shoot from an unlikely angle rather than pass it to Guimaraes, and a shouting match quickly ensued as several Newcastle players got involved to calm tensions.Magpies supporters have called on Willock to apologise to his teammate, after it seemed like he was the aggressor in the situation.It looks as if they have nothing to worry about, however, with Newcastle match captain Guimaraes now quashing any hostility with a message on social media. ⚽ Newcastle Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews and tactical analysis for every Newcastle United fixture. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Bruno Guimaraes and Joe Willock are ‘friends again’ in new Instagram interactionWillock has been linked with a move away from Newcastle over the last few months amid his struggles to nail down a place in Howe’s starting eleven.The 26-year-old registered his third assist of the campaign against West Ham as he set Will Osula up for his brace in the 65th minute.Appearances23Minutes played890′Assists2Shots on target5Chances created14Successful pass %82.6%Duels won %41.9%Touches in opposition box39Willock’s 2025-26 PL statsMany Magpies fans felt his decent cameo was overshadowed by the bust-up with Guimaraes, but the Brazil star has now eased the tension by commenting: “Friends again,” with laughing and heart-eyes emojis, as well as “Great A (assist) Willockinho” on Willock’s latest Instagram post.The former Arsenal midfielder duly replied: “My captain” with a red heart emoji to show supporters that there is no lingering friction between the pair.What is the latest on Willock’s Newcastle future?Football Insider previously revealed that Leeds were eyeing a move for Willock, with Newcastle open to selling him for the right price in the January window.He has only managed nine starts in the Premier League so far this season, but will certainly feel like he still has a lot to offer in the top flight at 26-years-old.Crystal Palace have also been linked with a move for his services, and a return to the capital could well appeal if they continue to keep tabs on his availability ahead of the summer.Sources have exclusively told Football Insider this week that Newcastle are ready to sell Willock this summer, so an exit seems inevitable as Eddie Howe plans to bolster his midfield depth.
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