Arsenal and Liverpool were reportedly wanting to bring in the Newcastle United youngster, Anthony Gordon. Even though the 23 year old was amidst talks in the summer transfer window this year, he will stay at Newcastle United. But then Arsenal and Liverpool could be back with offers in the next summer transfer window.
If Gordon decides to make a move to any of these big clubs, he can strengthen his position in the English National Team. With the expertise and mindset these clubs hold, there is a lot of chance that Gordon could be interested in a move. Rest assured both the clubs are looking forward to offering contracts in the next summer transfer window.
Both, Arsenal and Newcastle got themselves involved in some crucial transfers right before the end of the transfer window. The biggest transfer for Newcastle this transfer window was that of youngster Lewis Hall from Chelsea. Newcastle had acquired him on loan from the Blues with an obligation to buy which they activated in July 2024.
Anthony Gordon’s importance at a young age
Anthony Gordon impressed at Newcastle United last season where he scored 11 goals and 10 assists in 35 appearances. After his move from Everton to Newcastle, the youngster has continued to impress the fans and managers. He impressed Gareth Southgate with his excellent passing and goal-scoring abilities during the 2023/24 Premier League season.
With the impressive record he was also selected for England’s EURO 2024 squad. In the entire tournament he was benched except for one game where he started against Slovenia. He has also been called up for England’s UEFA Nations League 2024 matches in September. The Three Lions will face Ireland away on 7th and come back to Wembley to face Finland on the 10th.
For the 2023/24 season, he received the Newcastle United Player of the Season award. This season he has already scored a goal against Bournemouth. At present his market value stands at 59 million Euros. In the next some days, Newcastle are going to play some key matches of this season. They will be facing Manchester City, Chelsea and Arsenal in the Premier League with their EFL Cup Third Round match also.
How Arsenal and Liverpool got involved in the Gordon rumor?
Football London reportedly stated that the Newcastle man has been unsettled this summer after being offered to first club Liverpool. Gordon seems to be happy at St James’ Park with boss Eddie Howe and sporting director Paul Mitchell determined not to see an asset be sold.
Liverpool was Gordon’s boyhood club where he started in 2008 before moving to Everton. Liverpool and Arne Slot seem to be very happy with how the squad has been performing. Their biggest signings were Federico Chiesa from Juventus and Giorgi Mamardashvili from Valencia adding more expertise to their squad.
Arsenal has had an even transfer window this time. The likes of Raheem Sterling, Riccardo Calafiori and Mikel Merino have been signed for the upcoming season. The bad news now is that Merino has been injured with a fractured shoulder and will be out for few weeks. Arsenal also transferred out some players namely Eddie Nketiah, Aaron Ramsdale and Reiss Nelson (on loan).
Arsenal are currently looking for a depth in their flanks as Nelson has left the club on loan and their best option was Gordon. The Gunners were also linked with Kingsley Coman from Bayern however the deal failed. It is also reported that Arsenal’s Sporting Director Edu admires Anthony Gordon and his playstyle. There might be an approach from the team for the youngster in the next summer window with more clarity on the current squad.
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