The transfer poker for Anthony Gordon is becoming increasingly complicated for FC Bayern, with Newcastle United apparently making it clear that a move for the England international is only possible on absolutely top terms
The talks between FC Bayern and Newcastle United over Anthony Gordon are apparently continuing at full speed. According to the English Telegraph, the negotiations are basically taking place in an „amicable“ framework, but Newcastle continue to be extremely tough when it comes to the transfer fee
The Magpies have made it clear to Bayern that Gordon will only be allowed to move in the summer on terms that are acceptable to Newcastle
The asking price is particularly clear: according to the report, Newcastle are demanding around 80 million pounds for the attacking player – the equivalent of around 92 million euros
Newcastle point to Gordon’s development
The English club are apparently basing their tough stance primarily on Gordon’s sporting development in recent years
Newcastle are said to have pointed out to those responsible at Bayern that the 25-year-old has now become an integral part of the England national team
In addition, Gordon has already scored ten goals in the Champions League and impressively demonstrated his versatility
According to the Telegraph, the Magpies also argue that Gordon can play in the center of the attack as well as on either wing – factors that would further increase his market value
What’s more, Newcastle once signed Gordon themselves for around 45 million pounds from Everton FC and, according to the report, are unwilling to accept a sale for little profit
Bayern are still holding out
Despite the high demands, Gordon is still considered an absolute dream player for FC Bayern’s attack
Several media outlets have recently reported that the Munich club are in concrete talks with Newcastle and, according to Sky, Max Eberl and Jan-Christian Dreesen have already signaled to the English club that Bayern would be prepared to make an initial offer of around €60 million
However, this sum is still well below the English club’s expectations
According to the Daily Mail, FC Bayern’s financial pain threshold is now said to be around 70 million euros. Originally, the Munich club wanted to invest significantly less
Gordon apparently wants to go to Munich
Particularly interesting: Gordon himself is said to be open to a move to FC Bayern
Several English media outlets unanimously report that the attacking player considers Munich a very attractive option
FC Bayern are certainly serious in their pursuit of Anthony Gordon, and whether Newcastle will ultimately back down from their extremely high demands is likely to be one of the most exciting questions of the summer transfer window.