In a recent discussion with Casino Hawks, Michael Owen expressed his belief that Liverpool should make a concerted effort to target Anthony Gordon. Owen praised Gordon’s talent, acknowledging his impressive capabilities on the field. He noted, “There’s no doubt Anthony Gordon is a talented boy. Of course, there’s a bit of a backstory here, with him having been an Everton player and now playing for Newcastle. Unless Newcastle is facing financial difficulties, I find it hard to believe they would want to part with one of their most promising young talents.”
Owen went on to emphasize Gordon’s success at Newcastle, stating, “He’s done really well at Newcastle since joining, so I’m certain that Eddie Howe would be eager to keep him. While I’m unsure about the credibility of the current transfer rumors, it’s clear that if a player like Gordon were available, he’s exactly the type of player Liverpool should be interested in.”
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Liverpool did indeed attempt to secure Anthony Gordon’s services during the summer transfer window. Romano revealed that Liverpool made an approach to sign Gordon but were unable to reach an agreement with Newcastle United. He detailed the situation in his Daily Briefings, explaining, “Liverpool explored the possibility of acquiring Anthony Gordon in June, but Newcastle did not entertain the idea. Despite recent speculations, there’s been no significant development – the situation remains unchanged. Liverpool still values Gordon but finds the current asking price too high. At the moment, things are quiet, but we’ll see if anything evolves later in the transfer window.”
Anthony Gordon, who previously played for Everton, has always harbored a strong affinity for Liverpool. Reports indicate that he would be open to joining the Anfield club if the opportunity arose. However, Newcastle United’s valuation of Gordon poses a significant obstacle. The club is reportedly asking for more than £75 million for his transfer and is not inclined to negotiate a lower fee. This high asking price is driven by Newcastle’s awareness that Liverpool sees Gordon as an ideal candidate to eventually replace Mohamed Salah.