Why does Bruno Guimaraes wear the number 39? Marquee Newcastle signing pays tribute to family member
Newcastle United were among the busiest clubs in the January transfer window, but one addition has stolen the show more than any other.
The Magpies made headlines for completing a £33million deal to bring Bruno Guimaraes to St James' Park from Lyon.
A Brazil international with three caps to his name, the central midfielder's arrival is seen as a major signal of intent on Tyneside with clubs such as Arsenal among those who were chasing his signature.
And the focus for Guimaraes is now on settling into life at his new club ahead of his expected Premier League debut against Everton.
If he is to hit the ground running then the player will need to made welcome by Eddie Howe and his coaching team.
As well as helping him to adapt to life in England on the training ground, Guimaraes will be aided by playing in a jersey with a familiar number on the back.
The 24-year-old has been handed the No.39 at St James', a number that holds a special place in his heart as it is a tribute to his father.
The player's dad is a taxi driver in Brazil and his cab number is 39.
Bruno Guimarães will wear the number 39 shirt for Newcastle United.
His dad is a taxi driver in Brazil and his cab number is 39.
He also wore 39 at Lyon #NUFC
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Having worn it during his time with Lyon, it seems only right that he continues to wear 39 as he continues his career with Newcastle.
If the strip can serve him as well as it has in recent years, fans will be more than happy to see the player wearing it and it probably won't be long until we start seeing replicas on show around Tyneside.
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