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Newcastle United Braced for Familiar Anthony Gordon Saga as Liverpool Links Reignite

Just a year on from the last round of speculation, Newcastle United are once again being forced to contend with uncertainty surrounding Anthony Gordon’s future. The winger, one of the Magpies’ standout performers last term, is again being linked with a move to boyhood club Liverpool – reigniting a transfer narrative that has become almost cyclical.

The talk surrounding Gordon’s future has intensified in recent days following fresh claims of Liverpool interest. For Newcastle fans and the club hierarchy alike, it is a case of déjà vu. Last summer’s murmurs ultimately fizzled out, with Gordon staying put and going on to enjoy a productive campaign. But as Euro 2024 plays out and recruitment teams across the Premier League mobilise, the question of whether Gordon will still be wearing black and white by the end of the summer looms once more.

The Magpies’ reaction this time around could prove telling. After all, this is no longer a club just hoping to hold on to its best players – Newcastle are now aspiring to build a team capable of sustained Champions League football. With Financial Fair Play (FFP) considerations still delicately balanced, a sale of one of their most valuable assets could ease certain constraints. But it would also risk a huge blow to both the team’s momentum and Eddie Howe’s long-term plan.

Gordon’s stock has risen significantly since he swapped Goodison Park for St James’ Park in January 2023. The 23-year-old enjoyed arguably his most mature season to date in 2024/25, combining direct running, sharp movement and a keen eye for goal to become one of Howe’s most trusted lieutenants. His tally of goals and assists in all competitions marked a career best, and he remains one of England’s most exciting attacking options.

However, one sour note in an otherwise strong campaign came via suspension. Gordon’s red card against Brighton & Hove Albion late in the season saw him miss the Carabao Cup final – a match that might have seen him line up against Liverpool at Wembley. Instead, he watched from the stands as his teammates fell short on the big stage.

That moment was a personal blow, and it’s understood that missing out on such a high-profile final – particularly against his childhood club – left a deep mark. Whether that memory fuels his motivation to achieve further success on Tyneside, or nudges him closer to a potential Anfield reunion, remains to be seen.

Newcastle, meanwhile, are keeping their cards close to their chest. The club is understood to be calm but resolute in its valuation of Gordon, reportedly around the £100 million mark. Sources close to the club suggest there is no desire to sell unless a truly exceptional offer is received.

In an era where ambition and balance sheets must be delicately managed, Gordon’s future encapsulates Newcastle’s wider challenge – progressing without sacrificing the pillars of their resurgence. As another summer saga unfolds, the Magpies may again find themselves fighting to keep one of their brightest stars.