There is a growing belief among Newcastle United supporters that England winger Anthony Gordon could be ready to move on when the summer transfer window opens. The 25‑year‑old has attracted the attention of several high‑profile clubs, most notably Bayern Munich, while Arsenal have also been linked with a potential bid. Gordon is part of a small group of marquee names that could exit the Magpies this season, with both Sandro Tonali and young full‑back Tino Livramento also being monitored by clubs from England and across Europe.
At present, Gordon has not formally indicated a desire to leave, and there is no public record of him submitting a transfer request. Nevertheless, the Magpies are aware that a substantial offer could persuade them to part with the player, especially given the length of his contract, which runs until 2030. Liverpool were on the verge of completing a deal for Gordon in the summer of 2024, and while that negotiation fell through, the English side may still be interested in revisiting the market for the talented winger. When asked about the swirling rumors surrounding Gordon’s future, Newcastle manager Eddie Howe responded on Friday with a measured answer: “I talk to my players all the time, but I only bring up transfer speculation when it reaches a point where I have to address it directly.
After my conversation with Sandro Tonali, the biggest thing I look for is commitment in training – if I see a player giving 100 % in practice, I will treat them the same as Anthony and every other member of the squad. I will not play anyone who is not fully committed to the club and its future.” Howe clarified that his remarks were not aimed solely at Gordon but applied to the entire squad.
Newcastle find themselves in a strong bargaining position when it comes to both Tonali and Gordon. Tonali is tied down to a contract that runs until 2029 with an optional extra year, while Gordon’s deal extends to 2030. In an ideal scenario, the club would like to retain both players, but the board has been open about the need to generate funds this summer to facilitate a broader rebuild of the first‑team roster.
The club’s strategy appears to be to “trade” high‑value assets in order to free up capital for new signings. Tonali has a list of interested suitors, and Manchester City have been reported to be monitoring Livramento closely. The full‑back’s contract is set to expire in two years, making him the most immediate concern for Newcastle’s transfer planning. Although none of the three players have officially requested a move, there is a general consensus among insiders that one, two, or perhaps all three could be seeking a fresh challenge after the season concludes.
Despite the speculation, Gordon has continued to train and play with professionalism. Sky Sports’ North East correspondent Keith Downie noted, “Having been at Newcastle for over three seasons, there is a real chance Gordon could leave this summer. He has become a regular for England under Eddie Howe, and the lack of Champions League football at Newcastle is not a compelling reason for him to stay beyond the transfer window.” Downie added that Newcastle commanded a Premier League record fee when they sold Alexander Isak to Liverpool last summer, and they would likely expect a similarly hefty sum for Gordon.
“A ‘big outlay’ would probably be around double the £40 million plus £5 million Newcastle paid for him in 2023,” he explained, pointing out that Gordon still has four years left on his contract, giving the club considerable leverage. Gordon’s performances this season have not gone unnoticed abroad. He is currently the third‑top scorer in the Champions League, a statistic that has raised his profile on the continent and could make a move to a club like Bayern Munich more attractive than a domestic transfer.
Downie reported that Gordon remains focused on the final six games of the campaign, keeping his head down and maintaining a professional attitude. Fans appear to be more accepting of a potential move to a foreign giant than to a rival Premier League side. “Newcastle supporters could see a transfer to Bayern Munich as a positive outcome, rather than losing him to a domestic competitor,” Downie suggested.
This sentiment aligns with comments from Newcastle’s chief executive David Hopkinson, who recently warned that the club may need to sell high‑value players in order to buy big this summer. He identified Gordon as one of the club’s most valuable assets, estimating that a fee in the region of £75 million to £80 million would provide the financial flexibility needed for a significant squad overhaul and give Howe – or a future manager – the resources to invest in new talent. In summary, while Anthony Gordon has not publicly expressed a desire to depart, the combination of a long contract, strong interest from elite clubs, and Newcastle’s strategic need for funds creates a realistic scenario in which the winger could be on the move. The club’s negotiating stance is strong, and any potential buyer would likely need to meet a substantial valuation to secure his signature.
As the summer window approaches, supporters will be watching closely to see whether Gordon stays to help Newcastle chase future ambitions or embarks on a new chapter with one of Europe’s biggest teams.