Bayern Munich enter race for Anthony Gordon amid Arsenal interest
Bayern Munich have registered their interest in signing Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, setting up a potential transfer battle with Arsenal. According to Sky Germany, the Bundesliga giants have identified the 25-year-old English international as their preferred target to provide competition for Luis Diaz on the left wing. This development comes as FootballTransfers exclusively reports that Arsenal are also showing strong interest and are expected to make a bid for Gordon before the season concludes.
Discussions between Bayern Munich and Gordon's representatives have already been held, according to journalist Florian Plettenberg. While Newcastle are reluctant to sell a key player, the club may be forced to consider offers if Gordon pushes for a move. In such a scenario, a transfer fee of up to €70 million is anticipated. Gordon's current contract at St. James' Park runs until 2028, having joined from Everton in a deal worth £45 million in January 2023.
The interest from two of Europe's elite clubs follows a standout season for Gordon, who has cemented his place as a crucial attacking outlet for Newcastle and earned a regular spot in the England national team. His direct running, goal contribution, and work rate have made him one of the Premier League's most effective wide players. For Arsenal, Gordon represents a potential homegrown option to add depth and competition for the left-wing role, where Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Trossard are currently the primary options.
For Bayern, the pursuit aligns with a broader strategy to refresh their wide attacking options under new manager Vincent Kompany. Securing Gordon would add significant pace and Premier League-proven quality to their squad as they seek to reclaim the Bundesliga title. The player's decision is likely to hinge on the project presented by each club and the role he is promised, with Champions League football assured at both destinations next season.
In other Arsenal news, defender Cristhian Mosquera could be allowed to leave on loan this summer in search of more regular playing time, according to Sportsboom. The summer signing has been limited to a backup role behind established centre-backs William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes, though he has impressed in his limited appearances. Clubs such as Atalanta, Benfica, Bournemouth, Everton, and Napoli are reportedly alerted to his potential availability.
Separately, a report from Mundo Deportivo suggests manager Mikel Arteta's future could be subject to review if Arsenal finish the season without a major trophy, despite currently being in talks over a contract extension. The Spanish outlet claims that, in such a scenario, former Arsenal midfielder and current Como manager Cesc Fabregas would be a preferred candidate to replace him. Arteta has guided the club to consecutive title challenges and a return to the Champions League quarter-finals, but the report indicates the club's hierarchy may demand silverware.
