Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has strongly indicated that Anthony Gordon will leave the club this summer, fueling speculation linking the winger with moves to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Bayern Munich. The comments came after Gordon remained an unused substitute in Newcastle’s recent match against Nottingham Forest, despite the team needing a goal.
Howe explained the decision as a tactical one, emphasizing a need for defensive solidity, but then added that he was “looking at the future” when discussing Gordon’s situation. This followed a period where the 25-year-old has not featured in any of Newcastle’s last four matches, initially attributed to a hip injury, but now seemingly linked to a broader uncertainty regarding his commitment.
Previously, Howe stated he would not play any player who wasn’t fully committed to Newcastle’s future, and Gordon was left out of the starting XI against Bournemouth in April following those comments. The situation suggests a growing rift between the player and the club, with reports emerging in April that Gordon believes he has “outgrown” Newcastle.
Gordon’s Estimated Transfer Value (ETV) currently stands at €57.1 million, a high point for the player, but Newcastle are expected to demand a significantly higher fee than the €45.6 million they paid Everton for him in 2022. Former Newcastle player Chris Waddle has suggested a price tag of €115 million, though reaching that figure may prove challenging.
Arsenal are reportedly keen to add Gordon to their English core, while Bayern Munich see him as a potential successor to Michael Olise. Liverpool, who previously failed in a bid for Gordon in 2024, are also in the mix, seeking a left winger this summer. Data analysis from SciSports suggests Liverpool would be the most suitable destination for Gordon’s development, scoring a 77 out of 100, despite a slight mismatch in playing styles. Arsenal scored a 67, and Bayern a 68, according to the same analysis. The transfer saga is expected to intensify in the coming weeks as clubs prepare for the summer window.
