Arsenal to launch summer bid for Newcastle's Anthony Gordon
Arsenal are preparing to make a formal bid for Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon this summer, according to a report from FootballTransfers. The move forms part of a strategic shift at the Emirates Stadium, with manager Mikel Arteta keen to build a stronger core of English talent within his squad.
The report indicates that while Newcastle have previously been reluctant to sell the 24-year-old, a need to balance the books at St James' Park could see them allow two or three key players to depart in the upcoming window. Gordon, who joined Newcastle from Everton for an initial £40 million in January 2023, has developed into a crucial figure for the Magpies and a full England international, making his potential availability a significant development in the market.
Gordon's potential acquisition aligns with a broader recruitment pattern being considered by Arsenal, which also explains their reported ongoing interest in Newcastle's English defender Tino Livramento. The winger has enjoyed an impressive individual season despite Newcastle's inconsistent campaign, contributing both goals and relentless work rate from the left flank. His profile as a direct, hard-running forward who presses aggressively is seen as a strong fit for Arteta's tactical demands.
In a separate development, Arsenal are also reportedly working on the financial details of a possible move for Real Madrid striker Gonzalo Garcia. According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, the 22-year-old Spaniard has been added to a shortlist of forward targets that includes Manchester City's Julian Alvarez. The report suggests the Gunners could seek to offload Gabriel Jesus on a permanent deal to help finance a move for Garcia, who has scored six goals in limited appearances this season behind Kylian Mbappe in Madrid's pecking order.
Furthermore, the club has been linked with a move for Bayer Leverkusen's 19-year-old striker Christian Kofane, with his agent previously stating Arsenal are in 'pole position' for his signature. Sky Germany has since reported that Bundesliga rivals Bayern Munich are not currently pursuing Kofane, focusing instead on extending Harry Kane's contract, potentially clearing a path for the Gunners. However, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has poured cold water on links to other strikers like Club Brugge's Nicolo Tresoldi and Inter's Pio Esposito, stating no advanced talks are underway for either player.
The pursuit of Gordon signals a clear intent from Arsenal to add proven Premier League quality and homegrown quota players, addressing depth on the wings following the departure of Reiss Nelson last summer. For Newcastle, a sale of one of their prized assets would represent a difficult but potentially necessary concession to the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules, providing significant funds to reinvest across the squad. The success of any bid is likely to hinge on Newcastle's final league position and their ability to secure alternative revenue streams, setting the stage for a complex negotiation between the two clubs.
