Newcastle Star Anthony Gordon Brushes Off £95m Transfer Speculation
England international Anthony Gordon has firmly shut down persistent rumors linking him with potential £95 million moves to Premier League rivals Liverpool and Arsenal. The 24-year-old Newcastle United winger described the swirling transfer speculation as 'a load of rubbish' and emphasized his complete focus on finishing the current season strongly with the Magpies.
Record-Breaking Season Amid Transfer Chatter
Gordon is enjoying his most productive campaign to date, having already netted 14 goals across all competitions for Newcastle this term. The forward has also contributed five assists in 36 appearances as Eddie Howe's squad competes on three fronts: the Premier League, FA Cup, and Champions League. His remarkable form was highlighted by a four-goal performance in Newcastle's dominant 6-1 victory over Qarabag in the Champions League play-off round, putting the team in a commanding position to advance to the last 16.
'I haven't heard anything; they might want to tell me before they tell you [the media],' Gordon told Chronicle Live when questioned about the Liverpool and Arsenal links. 'It's the same old, same old. I think they just pick names out of a hat. They do.'
Determined Focus on Newcastle's Success
Despite his outstanding individual achievements, Gordon remains unsatisfied, revealing he believed he should have scored six goals against Qarabag rather than four. This perfectionist mentality underscores his commitment to continuous improvement as Newcastle prepares for a crucial Premier League clash against title-chasing Manchester City this weekend.
The former Everton player expressed his determination to avoid distractions that could impact his performances, particularly with England's World Cup campaign approaching. 'I have gone through enough transfer stuff now to know that it is all a load of rubbish,' Gordon stated. '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.'
Newcastle's Firm Stance and Contract Security
In response to the reported interest from top Premier League clubs, Newcastle United have reportedly placed a £95 million price tag on their star winger. Gordon's current contract, signed in October 2024, runs through to 2029, providing the club with significant leverage in any potential negotiations.
Gordon addressed the possibility of becoming a Newcastle legend directly, responding: 'Of course.' His comments suggest a strong commitment to the club's project despite the external noise surrounding his future. The winger also cautioned against complacency regarding Newcastle's Champions League advantage, noting: 'A tie is never dead – even at 6-1. We have all watched football enough, anything can happen.'
As the business end of the season approaches, Gordon's performances will be crucial to Newcastle's ambitions across multiple competitions. His public dismissal of transfer rumors serves as a clear message about his immediate priorities while highlighting the intense speculation that surrounds top-performing Premier League players during transfer windows.
