“Points deduction” – Latest transfer news on Anthony Gordon move to Liverpool or Manchester City this summer revealed

With the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules deadline rapidly approaching, Anthony Gordon was speculated to be considering a transfer to Liverpool.
Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh were forced to depart the club in a flurry of activity during the final days of June to join Nottingham Forest and Brighton, respectively. The club was compelled to make these transactions in order to meet PSR demands.

Nevertheless, prior to the completion of those transfers, there were rumors that the club may have permitted Gordon to depart in order to raise funds, despite the fact that the winger had a successful 2023/24 season.

What was the curiosity regarding Gordon?
A relocation to Liverpool was suggested as a feasible alternative in June. Although Newcastle United were reluctant to let him depart the club, just 18 months after he joined from Everton, PSR could have necessitated a transfer if they were unable to find an alternative.

Liverpool did submit a “tentative” enquiry for Gordon; however, negotiations did not progress beyond that point. The Reds rejected Newcastle’s interest in incorporating defender Jarell Quansah into any potential deals, as they regard the 21-year-old as a future hero.

Instead, Minteh and Anderson were sold, thereby avoiding a potential points deduction that was estimated to be around the 10-point mark, according to reports. Although Gordon is content with his current situation at Newcastle United, it is comprehensible that he would be interested in a prospective transfer to Liverpool if the club had reached an agreement on a fee with the Reds.

Now, what is the most recent information regarding Gordon’s interest?

Liverpool continues to remain interested; however, an agreement is still a long way off. Luis Diaz is among the names that have been linked with a move away from Anfield, and it is reported that this will only occur if the Reds transfer one of their attacking options this summer.

Manchester City has also been associated with a potential acquisition of Gordon in recent years. Upon Gordon’s return to preseason training, the Magpies may extend him a new contract in order to discourage any additional interest in him this summer.

What pronouncements have been made regarding Gordon’s destiny at Newcastle United?
Despite the fact that neither Gordon nor Eddie Howe have explicitly addressed the recent speculation, Howe did disclose to Gary Neville on the Overlap that the club would need to be “smart” in the transfer market and that he was committed to retaining his key players.

“The only method I am aware of for us to advance to the next stage at Newcastle is through intelligent recruitment.” Howe stated. “Ultimately, that will determine our success or failure. When I refer to “smart,” I mean that we must acquire players at a lower price than the market value and before they have developed and become recognized.”

“Given the constraints, I am unaware of any alternative methods.” We must also maintain our current cohort of talented players, who are making a significant impact and are continuing to develop. I am of the opinion that it is feasible; however, it will be challenging.