Brazilian Guimaraes says he wants to become a ‘legend’ at Newcastle United

NEWCASTLE: Bruno Guimaraes has made it clear that he wants to become a “legend” at Newcastle United — and Eddie Howe is backing the Brazilian to do just that.

The former Lyon midfielder was instrumental in ensuring the Magpies took a giant leap toward Premier League safety at the weekend with a two-goal show in a win over Leicester City at St. James’ Park.

Guimaraes has in the past spoken of his ambition to win trophies on Tyneside, which came as music to fans’ ears. Now, he wants to make sure he writes his own name in the Newcastle history books.

“What a feeling, what a game, the group deserved it,” said the 24-year-old Brazil international.

“To score two goals was brilliant. I don’t have words. Scoring the winner was incredible. I need to say thank you to the fans because the energy was incredible.

“It was always my dream to play in the Premier League and I’m so happy. I want to be a legend here.”

Heroes of yesteryear, legends in their own right, have come out in praise of United’s new $52-million man.

Premier League and Newcastle United record goalscorer Alan Shearer took to Twitter to heap plaudits on Guimaraes, with the midfielder replying: “Boss, you’re the best.”

Can Guimaraes deliver on his promise to be talked about in the same breath as the likes of Shearer?

Head coach Howe isn’t betting against it.

“I won’t ever put a ceiling or barrier on anybody. A lot of that will depend on what happens,” he said of Bruno’s claims.

“I hope he has a long future here and obviously what the team can do for him, win and achieve.

“I think the players and the fans can see the passion behind the player, how he celebrates, how happy he is to be here.”

The ambition that floods from Guimaraes is infectious, but with