Anthony Gordon: Newcastle should be willing to offload in-demand star as 0% stat vs Crystal Palace emerges
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The winger featured as the Magpies lost 2-1 to Crystal Palace on Sunday, with Jean-Philippe Mateta’s brace cancelling out Will Osula’s first-half effort.The loss is Newcastle’s third in a row, and has left them needing a miracle if they are to qualify for European football.Absence from any European competitions would reportedly result in the sale of one or two big names, due to the financial situation at St James’ Park.Newcastle transfer chiefs are preparing for a busy summer, with Gordon set to be among the names at the centre of the conversation. 🔄 Newcastle Transfer Update 🔄 Breaking news on deals in progress, signings, departures, and contract news from the Newcastle United boardroom. VISIT THE NEWCASTLE TRANSFER HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Anthony Gordon was dismal vs Crystal PalaceFormer Everton chief executive Keith Wyness exclusively told Football Insider last month that Liverpool are leading the race for Gordon this summer.
The forward failed to create a single chance or take a shot on goal, completing zero per cent of his attempted dribbles and winning just three duels.Gordon clearly has talent, but there are likely voices at Newcastle making the case that there are players more important in the squad.What Eddie Howe said about Gordon’s futureNewcastle will be ultimately keen to keep Gordon at the club this summer. “I’m not sure there’s a lot I can do about that,” he said.
“I’ve not seen the story, so it’s news to me. But we’re mid-season, we’re in the middle of some of the biggest games of his career and who knows what’s going to happen internationally with him in the summer as well.“He’s got not time to look left or right, he’s got to be fully focused on straight ahead and the next game and trying to be as good as he can be.” Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Newcastle Insider Access Get the full story from St James’ Park and Darsley Park with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Tyneside.