The Magpies captain, who has six goal involvements in his last six league matches, was shortlisted for the award following an excellent trivela assist against Leeds United in a game saw Newcastle come from behind three times to record a 4-3 triumph at St. James' Park.

Guimarães' cross was converted by Brazilian compatriot Joelinton before the former netted a stoppage-time penalty to draw the hosts level in the seven-goal thriller.

Guimarães was one of four contenders for the prize alongside Fulham's Raúl Jiménez, Burnley pair Lyle Foster and Jaidon Anthony as well as Brighton & Hove Albion's Charalampos Kostoulas.