Liverpool backed to complete Anthony Gordon signing after blowing Arsenal away - expert

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Liverpool backed to complete Anthony Gordon signing after blowing Arsenal away Sun 8 March 2026 7:00, UK Liverpool are leading the race ahead of Premier League rivals Arsenal to sign Newcastle forward Anthony Gordon.That is according to ex-Everton, Aston Villa, and Aberdeen chief executive Keith Wyness, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, who believes the Reds “have got their heads in front” to sign the 25-year-old.Liverpool could pursue Gordon in the summer transfer window, with the club also looking to replace Mohamed Salah if he departs.Despite Liverpool having spent big in the market last summer, the club are expected to be active again to address areas of their squad after failing to defend their Premier League title this season. ✈️ Liverpool Transfer News ✈️ Breaking news on deals in progress, latest signings, departures, and contract news from the Anfield boardroom. VISIT THE TRANSFER HUBAnthony Gordon a ‘very good option’ for LiverpoolEverton’s former chief Keith Wyness – who served as CEO at Goodison Park between 2004 and 2009 and now runs a football consultancy advising elite clubs – believes Gordon would fit in better at Liverpool than Arsenal.

I think Arsenal may be a very good option for him, but I don’t see him fitting in quite that well into the Arsenal squad as I think he might do in Liverpool. “So I think it’s still a two-horse race.

I think they will wait and see. But no, I think Liverpool, to me, have still got their heads in front.” Credit: ImagoLiverpool accelerate plans to sign forwardSources have told Football Insider that RB Leipzig winger Yan Diomande is a key target for Liverpool in the summer window.Manchester United will also compete with their rivals for the 19-year-old, who could cost up to £80million, with RB Leipzig willing to listen to offers.The Bundesliga club does not want to lose Diomande if possible, but they could net a profit after only signing him for £17m less than 12 months ago. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.