Bayern Munich have held preliminary talks over a potential move for Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, according to reports from Germany. Sport BILD states that Gordon’s agent, Gordon Stipic-Wipfler, was in Munich last week for discussions with the Bundesliga champions, signalling the club's serious interest in the England international.
Newcastle are understood to be holding firm on a valuation of approximately €86 million for the 25-year-old, a fee that Bayern are reportedly unwilling to meet at this stage. The German club's strategy, as reported by the tabloid, is to first secure an agreement with the player on personal terms before attempting to negotiate the transfer fee downwards with Newcastle.
Gordon enjoyed a standout season at St. James' Park, establishing himself as a key figure under Eddie Howe and earning a place in Gareth Southgate's England squad for Euro 2024. His direct running, improved goal output, and relentless work rate made him one of the Premier League's most improved players, which has now attracted the attention of Europe's elite. His potential departure would represent a significant blow to Newcastle's project, coming at a time when the club may need to consider player sales to ensure compliance with the Premier League's Profit and Sustainability Rules.
For Bayern Munich, under new manager Vincent Kompany, Gordon represents a profile of dynamic, hard-working attacker that could rejuvenate their wide options. The club is seeking to refresh its squad after a season that saw them lose the Bundesliga title for the first time in over a decade, despite winning the previous eleven in a row. The pursuit aligns with the club's history of recruiting young, proven talent from the Premier League.
Sport BILD also notes that Bayern have identified alternative targets should a deal for Gordon prove unattainable, with Manchester United's Marcus Rashford mentioned as another potential option. The report underscores the fluid nature of the early transfer window, where clubs often work on multiple parallel tracks. Newcastle’s resolve to retain their prized asset, particularly given his long-term contract signed only last year, will be tested if Bayern formalise their interest with an official bid in the coming weeks.
