Red Devils join Liverpool and Arsenal in pursuit of England winger whose value has doubled in 18 months
Manchester United have reportedly prepared a €100m bid for Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon, entering a three-way battle with Liverpool and Arsenal for the England international. The staggering valuation represents more than double what Newcastle paid Everton just 18 months ago.
Fichajes reports United are ready to make their move for the 25-year-old, who has delivered 17 goals and four assists this season. The bid would make Gordon one of the most expensive Premier League transfers ever between English clubs.
Gordon's transformation at Newcastle has been remarkable. The former Everton academy product arrived at St James' Park for £45m in January 2023, a fee many considered excessive at the time.
His current campaign justifies Newcastle's faith. The versatile attacker has become Eddie Howe's most dangerous offensive weapon, capable of playing across the front three and consistently delivering in big matches.
Newcastle's potential profit margin tells the real story here. Consider the mathematics:
For context, Mohamed Salah cost Liverpool £36.5m and has never been valued at €100m despite becoming one of the Premier League's greatest ever wingers. The Gordon valuation reflects both the inflated modern market and Newcastle's strong negotiating position.
Newcastle's willingness to entertain offers stems from Profit and Sustainability Rules concerns. The club needs to balance their books after heavy spending under Saudi ownership.
Selling Gordon would represent pure profit on the balance sheet, given his relatively low initial fee and the fact he's now worth significantly more than his book value.
The Telegraph's earlier reporting mentioned Liverpool, Arsenal and Bayern Munich as interested parties but notably excluded Manchester United. This Fichajes report suggests United have now entered the race, potentially disrupting what appeared to be a two-horse race between Liverpool and Arsenal.
Despite investing heavily in attackers last summer, United still lack a consistent right-wing threat. Marcus Rashford operates best from the left, while Antony has failed to justify his €95m fee.
Gordon offers something different: Premier League-proven quality, homegrown status for squad registration, and the versatility to play multiple positions. At 25, he's entering his prime years.
United's involvement fundamentally alters the transfer dynamics:
The presence of multiple suitors virtually guarantees Newcastle will receive close to their asking price, assuming the interest is genuine.
Whether Gordon leaves or stays, Newcastle have already won. They've transformed a good Premier League winger into one of the most coveted attackers in Europe.
The club's recruitment strategy under sporting director Dan Ashworth (before his United move) focused on identifying undervalued Premier League talent. Gordon epitomised this approach.
Eddie Howe's coaching has unlocked Gordon's potential. The manager converted him from a traditional winger into a more complete forward, improving his:
This development makes Gordon attractive to elite clubs who see a player still improving rather than at his peak.
Newcastle's position is enviable. They can:
The timing couldn't be better, with Gordon coming off his best season and multiple clubs desperately seeking attacking reinforcements.
The summer transfer window promises to be dominated by Gordon speculation. Newcastle hold all the cards but must balance financial needs with sporting ambitions.
For United, Liverpool and Arsenal, the question becomes how much is too much for a player who, while excellent, has just one truly elite season under his belt. The answer will shape not just Gordon's future, but potentially the Premier League's competitive balance for years to come.
Manchester United have reportedly prepared a €100m bid for Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon. This valuation is more than double what Newcastle paid Everton 18 months ago.
Manchester United, Liverpool, and Arsenal are all reportedly interested in signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle. Bayern Munich has also been mentioned as a potential suitor.
Newcastle signed Anthony Gordon from Everton for £45m in January 2023. The potential €100m sale would represent an 89% return on investment in just 18 months.
The Rumour MillAston Villa are preparing a concrete move for Liverpool's Curtis Jones, contradicting Arne Slot's February promise that the midfielder would remain at Anfield. The potential transfer highlights the disconnect between public managerial statements and transfer reality, while offering Jones a chance at regular first-team football.
The Rumour MillAnthony Gordon missed Newcastle's clash with Bournemouth due to a suspicious 'hip injury' just 24 hours after Eddie Howe demanded total commitment from his players. The timing suggests the England winger may be engineering a summer move to Liverpool or Arsenal.
Anthony Gordon has delivered 17 goals and four assists this season for Newcastle. His performances have justified Newcastle's initial £45m investment and attracted interest from top Premier League clubs.
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