Liverpool open talks to signal Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon

Liverpool have reportedly made contact to signal Newcastle United ahead Anthony Gordon, as per TEAMtalk.

Since shifting to St James’ Park from Everton in 2023, the 25-year-old has established himself as an undisputed starter. Following Alexander Isak’s departure final summer time, the Englishman has been the talismanic determine this season.

Though the Magpies have displayed inconsistent performances, languishing within the backside half of the Premier League desk this time period, Gordon has showcased his productiveness.

In 46 appearances throughout all competitions, Gordon has scored 17 objectives and registered 5 assists. After exhibiting glimpses of his qualities in membership soccer, he has secured his place within the England nationwide workforce.

Now, TEAMtalk declare that Liverpool are planning to signal a brand new ahead following Hugo Ekitike’s critical damage and have recognized Gordon as a critical choice.

The Reds maintain a long-standing curiosity in Gordon and have made contact with the participant’s representatives over a possible transfer this summer time.

Bayern Munich have additionally expressed their curiosity within the Newcastle star to strengthen the left flank and have held preliminary talks to safe his providers. Nevertheless, Gordon is a boyhood Liverpool fan regardless of coming by way of the Toffees’ youth system, and Anfield is his ‘dream’ vacation spot.

Gordon to Liverpool

He’s even eager on leaving Newcastle to take the following step in his profession this summer time. So, Arne Slot’s facet are presently in pole place to finalise the operation.

Having not too long ago tied Gordon all the way down to a contemporary time period till 2030, Newcastle are in a powerful place to demand an enormous price to let him depart and wish as much as £70m.

Gordon is a left-winger by trait however can be environment friendly within the centre-forward place. He’s fast, can dribble previous opposition defenders in tight areas, is environment friendly in taking penalties, and likewise works laborious with out possession.

The Englishman is presently on the prime stage of his profession and might be a shrewd acquisition for Liverpool ought to they buy him. Nevertheless, it’ll be fascinating to see whether or not the Merseyside membership ultimately decide to safe his service to bolster the frontline.

In the meantime, Liverpool are set to face Everton on the Hill Dickinson Stadium on Sunday earlier than taking up Crystal Palace within the Premier League subsequent weekend.