FC Bayern are pressing ahead with their plans for the upcoming summer transfer window – and one name is at the top of the list: Anthony Gordon. According to the latest reports, the England international’s move could now gather pace as the 25-year-old himself is pushing for a quick decision on his sporting future
According to the Telegraph, Gordon is open to a move away from Newcastle United in the summer. What is particularly explosive is that the winger wants to clarify his future before the World Cup if possible – a clear indication that there could be movement in the transfer poker in the near future
Bayern with good arguments
FC Bayern consider Gordon to be the ideal solution for the left wing-back position. The Munich club have already expressed their interest and see the Englishman as the ideal complement to Luis Díaz. As the BBC reports, Bayern have stepped up their efforts considerably in recent weeks
From a player’s point of view, there is also a lot to be said for a move to the Isar. According to the BBC, Gordon can well imagine a move to the German record champions. Above all, the sporting project and the positive development of ex-Premier League players such as Harry Kane and Michael Olise are said to impress him
These factors could give Bayern a decisive advantage in the bidding for the attacking player – also in comparison to the competition from the Premier League. Arsenal FC and Liverpool FC are two other heavyweights who are keeping a close eye on the winger
Mega transfer fee the biggest hurdle
The biggest challenge for Munich, however, remains the transfer fee. While there was recently talk of around 60 million euros, the price could turn out to be significantly higher
According to the Telegraph, Newcastle are demanding at least 80 million pounds – the equivalent of around 92 million euros – which would make Gordon the second most expensive transfer in FC Bayern’s history
The English side’s strong negotiating position is no coincidence: Gordon is still under contract with the Magpies until 2030 and has no release clause, meaning Newcastle are not forced to sell the top performer – even if interest from all over Europe grows
The fact that Gordon himself is pushing for a quick settlement could also speed up the process. The coming weeks are likely to be decisive – and will show whether Bayern really are serious in their pursuit of the England star.