September 26th 2024.
Over the summer, there was a lot of talk about Anthony Gordon's potential transfer to Liverpool falling through. It seemed like an exciting opportunity for the young footballer, who had just come off a fantastic season with Newcastle United, scoring 11 goals and providing 10 assists in 35 Premier League games.
The deal was almost finalized, with Liverpool offering a whopping £75 million and even including Joe Gomez in the exchange for £45 million. However, at the last minute, the transfer collapsed and Gordon was left disappointed. Newcastle, who were previously struggling with financial regulations, suddenly decided to keep Gordon and not sell him at all.
Despite the failed transfer, Liverpool and Arsenal are still interested in signing Gordon. Arsenal's sporting director, Edu Gaspar, is reportedly a huge fan of the talented player and is planning to make a move for him next summer. However, this could all change if Gordon decides to sign a new contract with Newcastle.
Unfortunately, talks about a contract extension have been progressing slowly, causing some frustration for Gordon. He feels undervalued by the offers from Newcastle, who are trying to stick to their strict wage structure. If a new deal cannot be agreed upon, the possibility of Gordon being sold still remains as his current contract expires in 2026.
The transfer speculation surrounding Gordon has also affected him on a personal level. It was reported that he was distracted during the Euro 2024 tournament due to the disappointment of the Liverpool transfer falling through. This caused then-England manager Gareth Southgate to be hesitant in giving him playing time. However, his successor Lee Carsley seems more keen on utilizing Gordon's talents and has started him in the first two games of his tenure.
Despite Carsley's faith in him, Gordon's performances for Newcastle this season have not been up to par. With only one goal and no assists in the first six games, there have been calls for him to be dropped in favor of the in-form Harvey Barnes. This Saturday's match against Manchester City will be a crucial test for Gordon to prove his worth and justify his spot in the starting lineup.
As for his potential transfer, it seems that Gordon is not pushing for an exit and is hopeful that a new contract can be agreed upon with Newcastle. This is a blow for both Liverpool and Arsenal, who were hoping to secure the talented forward. However, with his contract situation still uncertain, anything can happen in the future.
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