Marcus Rashford and Anthony Gordon compared ahead of potential swap between Man United and Newcastle
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Credit: Imago Marcus Rashford and Anthony Gordon compared ahead of potential swap between Man United and Newcastle Wed 29 April 2026 14:11, UK Marcus Rashford is reportedly being targeted by Newcastle United this summer ahead of Anthony Gordon’s likely exit.The winger is currently on loan at Barcelona, who have an option to sign him permanently from Manchester United, and he had been expected to stay there.The 28-year-old has scored 13 goals and provided 11 assists across all competitions this season, but the La Liga leaders have reportedly decided against making the deal permanent.The money involved in signing Rashford is expected to be the reason behind Barcelona’s decision, with the door now open for a move elsewhere.Newcastle transfer chiefs are reportedly monitoring the situation, with Gordon’s future increasingly unlikely to remain at St James’ Park. 🔄 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 Football Insider exclusively revealed last week that Newcastle want to sign Rashford, but that the finances will make it a difficult deal to pull off.
The 28-year-old is thought to be on significant wages, and will warrant a sizable fee after the season he has enjoyed for Barcelona.Anthony GordonStats – Champions League 2025-26Marcus Rashford12Appearances111.17Goals per 900.780.54Non-penalty expected goals (xG) per 900.280.23Assists per 900.471.29Chances created per 902.181.75Successful dribbles per 901.714.32Duels won per 903.73Should Gordon attract the level of interest expected at St James’ Park this summer, however, he could well pave the way for his England teammate. Credit: DataMBRashford excels in open play: Nine of Gordon’s 17 goals this season have come from the penalty spot, while none of Rashford’s have.Gordon is the more natural winger: The stats paint a clear picture of the difference between the two players, with the Newcastle man sending in far more crosses and completing more dribbles.Rashford is a final action machine: In many ways, it is a choice of style over substance.
Rashford’s stats say that he will score goals and get assists, but Newcastle cannot expect much outside of that.How Thomas Tuchel has seen Gordon vs RashfordEngland manager Thomas Tuchel has had Rashford and Gordon high up on his list for the left-wing spot in his team.Both players will likely compete for the position ahead of the World Cup, and the German’s choice will be telling. That, it appears, is a luxury that Newcastle will have to go without.