Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes has paid an emotional tribute to Eddie Howe following the manager’s departure, describing him as the “king of this club” in a heartfelt social media post.Howe left St James’ Park this week after nearly five years in charge, bringing an end to a spell that saw him guide Newcastle back into the Champions League and end the club’s 70-year wait for a major domestic trophy by winning the Carabao Cup in 2025.Guimaraes, who developed into one of the Premier League’s leading midfielders under Howe, shared a message of thanks on Instagram alongside a reel of his former manager.Guimaraes pays emotional tribute to Howe after exit“King of this club!!“Thanks for everything you’ve done for us.“I loved enjoying our time together. Thanks for making me a better player and person!“No words I can say will really say how much I enjoyed being your player.“Wish you all the very best in your future, gaffer.”The tribute comes at a time when Guimaraes’ own future remains the subject of speculation, with Arsenal continuing to be linked with a move for the Brazil international. Despite the uncertainty surrounding his playing career, the midfielder made sure to acknowledge the role Howe played in his development both on and off the pitch.Guimaraes joined Newcastle from Lyon in January 2022 and quickly became a cornerstone of Howe’s project, helping the club establish itself among the Premier League’s leading sides.His message is the latest tribute to Howe following the manager’s exit, reflecting the strong bond he built with players during one of the most successful periods in Newcastle’s recent history.Follow the Football Faithful on Social Media:Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | YouTube | TikTokThe post Guimaraes pays emotional tribute to Howe after exit appeared first on The Football Faithful.