Because of Bayern switch? Newcastle sort out Anthony Gordon | OneFootball

The transfer poker surrounding Anthony Gordon and FC Bayern is hotting up and now there are growing signs that Newcastle United are already reacting to a possible departure of the England international

When the Magpies face West Ham United in the Premier League on Sunday evening, Gordon will in all likelihood once again only be on the bench. It would be the third league game in a row without a starting appearance for the 25-year-old

Newcastle coach Eddie Howe made no secret at the pre-match press conference that Gordon’s minor hip problem was not the only factor in the decision. When asked whether the future of the player was already playing a part in the decision, Howe replied openly: „Of course, when you get to this stage of the season, we are already looking ahead to next year to some extent. Anthony has only just come back from injury, I think the team have played well in his absence, and looking to the future, yes“

Bayern and Gordon apparently well advanced

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The Newcastle coach’s statements are likely to further fuel speculation surrounding a move to FC Bayern. According to consistent media reports, Gordon has already reached an agreement in principle with the Munich club about working together from next season

According to these reports, transfer negotiations are currently underway between the two clubs

Bayern and Newcastle are still far apart

However, a breakthrough is not yet in sight. According to recent reports, FC Bayern have initially entered into talks with an offer of around €60 million, with the financial pain threshold said to be €70 million

Newcastle, on the other hand, are still demanding a transfer fee in the region of 90 million euros for their attacking star

In addition to Max Eberl, Bayern bosses around Uli Hoeneß are also said to be lobbying hard internally for the signing of the Englishman. Gordon is regarded by the record champions as the absolute ideal solution for the left wing-back position

However, it is also clear that the poker game is likely to drag on: Newcastle are in a comfortable financial position and only want to let Gordon go on top terms.