July 23rd 2024.
Anthony Gordon, the talented star of Newcastle United, has recently been linked to a potential move to Liverpool. But his manager, Eddie Howe, has made it clear that he has no intention of letting Gordon go. In fact, Howe sees Gordon as a crucial part of the team's future plans.
It was rumored that Liverpool had made a surprise offer for Gordon during Euro 2024, but the deal fell through when Newcastle requested that another player, Jarell Quansah, be included. Gordon had an impressive season at St James' Park, scoring 11 goals and making 10 assists in the Premier League. This caught the attention of the Reds, and he was even selected for the England squad for the Euros. However, he only got five minutes of playing time during the tournament, which many felt was not enough for his talent.
But Howe assures that Gordon's limited game-time will not be held against him, especially since there were calls for him to start and bring some much-needed speed to the England team's left flank. There is still a possibility that Liverpool may reignite their interest in Gordon as they search for new signings under their new manager, Arne Slot. However, Howe is determined to keep Gordon at Newcastle, stating that he "does not want to lose" the winger.
Although Gordon has yet to return to Newcastle after his time with England, Howe is eagerly awaiting his arrival and is ready to welcome him back with open arms. The team is also getting ready for their pre-season friendlies in Japan next week. Howe expresses his admiration for Gordon, saying, "I'd welcome Anthony back with three arms if I had them. He's an integral part of what we're doing." He also adds that there have been no negative or tense conversations with Gordon over the summer, and he wants to make it clear to all the supporters that the player has always given his all for the team.
One of the major questions surrounding Gordon's exclusion from the England team was the intense competition for positions. Former manager Gareth Southgate ultimately chose to play Phil Foden on the left flank, with Jude Bellingham also moving across at times. Despite Gordon's brief but impressive performance against Slovenia, Southgate seemed to favor Foden and Bellingham. There were also concerns about Gordon's fitness after he fell off a bike and suffered some nasty cuts before England's first knockout match.
So far, Newcastle has made some moves in the summer transfer window, signing Lewis Hall from Chelsea and Lloyd Kelly after his contract with Bournemouth expired. They also sold Elliot Anderson to Nottingham Forest and Yankuba Minteh to Brighton for a hefty fee. However, their most crucial task for the remainder of the window may be to keep Eddie Howe at St James' Park. The 46-year-old is a top contender to replace Southgate as the next England manager.
When asked about the possibility of taking on the England job, Howe stated that he is focused on Newcastle and has no plans to leave. He says, "I absolutely love the club. I love the supporters. I love where I am at in my career." He acknowledges that there have been many changes at the club, but he is determined to make it work for Newcastle's future success. Howe believes that it is crucial for everyone to come together and build a strong team, rather than focusing on individual interests.
Amid the speculation, bookmakers have listed Howe as one of the top contenders for the England job. But Howe insists that his focus remains on Newcastle, saying, "To speak about something else while manager of Newcastle is wrong." He believes that his loyalty lies with the team and their supporters, and he wants to ensure that Newcastle United remains a strong force in the coming seasons. As for the possibility of managing England, Howe states, "That is absolutely someone else's conversation, not mine." His priority is clear - Newcastle.
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