Liverpool are reported to be making a £100 million move for Anthony Gordon from Newcastle. The 23-year-old has enjoyed an impressive first season at St James Park and is expected to be part of Gareth Southgate’s squad for this summer’s European Championship.
His consistent performances have caught the attention of Liverpool’s scouts as they prepare to live after Jurgen Klopp. Despite joining Newcastle last August in a £45m move from Everton, Gordon could be sold as the Saudi Arabian club look to comply with Financial Fair Play rules. , according to the Daily Star.
This news will no doubt scare Newcastle manager Eddie Howe, as Gordon, recently named the club’s Player of the Season, has a fan favourite. It would take an offer of almost £100m from Liverpool to seriously question Newcastle’s determination to remain their star. player.
The Merseysiders, who will appoint Dutchman Arne Slot to succeed Klopp, are yet to know if they will invest heavily in a single target like Gordon.
However, it is clear that they see England’s two-cap foreigner as the option to bolster their flanks, after a lackluster career.
Despite Newcastle United’s strong position in the league and likely European qualification next season, Liverpool may still have a chance to secure Gordon.
Interestingly, despite his progression at Goodison Park, Gordon has been a Liverpool supporter, having previously been part of their youth squad before moving to Everton at the age of 11.
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