Newcastle Sets £95 Million Price Tag for Anthony Gordon Amid Premier League Interest
Newcastle United have reportedly established a substantial £95 million asking price for forward Anthony Gordon, as they brace for a potential bidding war involving Arsenal, Manchester United, and Liverpool during the upcoming summer transfer window. Gordon has experienced a season of contrasting fortunes with Eddie Howe's squad, managing only three Premier League goals but excelling remarkably in the Champions League.
Sensational European Form Attracts Top English Clubs
Gordon's impressive tally of ten goals in as many European matches this season, including a four-goal performance in the first leg of Newcastle's play-off tie against Qarabag, has captured the attention of several elite English clubs. Liverpool have previously been linked with a move for the player in earlier transfer windows, while Arsenal have also expressed interest in the 25-year-old, who joined Newcastle from Everton for £45 million in January 2023.
Manchester United are additionally reported to be monitoring the England international, as they seek to acquire a high-quality natural left winger to enhance their attacking options. According to recent reports from The Sun, however, it is current league leaders Arsenal who are presently considered the frontrunners in the race to secure Gordon's signature, a player long admired by manager Mikel Arteta.
Arsenal's Left Wing Considerations and Contract Situations
The left wing position is one that Arsenal contemplated strengthening last summer and may revisit in the coming transfer window. Gordon primarily operates from the flank but has demonstrated his versatility by leading the line for Newcastle in recent weeks. Despite signing improved terms before the start of the season, Leandro Trossard's contract only extends until June 2027, and Gabriel Martinelli's future could face uncertainty due to persistent interest from clubs abroad.
Acquiring Gordon, however, will not be an inexpensive endeavor. Reports indicate that Newcastle have firmly set a £95 million asking price for any club, including Arsenal, aiming to sign the forward this summer. Nevertheless, the Gunners are said to be optimistic about negotiating this figure down to a range between £75 million and £80 million.
Gordon Dismisses Transfer Speculation as "Load of Rubbish"
In a recent interview, Gordon vehemently dismissed ongoing speculation regarding his future, labeling it as a "load of rubbish." He stated to Chronicle Live, "It's the same old, same old. I think they just pick names out of a hat. They do. I haven't heard anything; they might want to tell me before they tell you [the media]. I have gone through enough transfer stuff now to know that it is all a load of rubbish."
Gordon emphasized his focus on the present, adding, "I am focused on me and focused on the team, I am focused on right now. You look too far in the future and you start to underperform. And believe me, I have done that and I am not going to do that now." Gordon and Newcastle are set to return to league action on Saturday when they host Everton at St James' Park.
Newcastle's Champions League Prospects and Future Fixtures
With Newcastle's progression in the UEFA Champions League, there is growing speculation about their potential to reach the semi-finals of the competition. Should they overcome Qarabag in the play-offs, they would face either Chelsea or Barcelona in the round of 16, followed by a potential quarter-final clash against Club Brugge, Atlético Madrid, Liverpool, or Tottenham. The possibility of advancing to the latter stages remains a topic of considerable discussion among football analysts and fans alike.
