Liverpool’s long-standing curiosity in Anthony Gordon stays alive — however there’s one main issue holding us again.
As reported by Fraser Fletcher for TEAMtalk, our transfer for the Newcastle winger is critical, nevertheless it hinges totally on the way forward for Luis Diaz.
Gordon, 24, is a lifelong Liverpool supporter and would leap on the likelihood to hitch Arne Slot’s aspect this summer season.
However whereas curiosity in Diaz from Barcelona and Saudi Arabia has been broadly reported, we now know — through Paul Joyce — that Liverpool are “baffled” by the concept of promoting and haven’t any plans to sanction a switch until an enormous provide lands.
David Ornstein confirmed (through The Athletic) Barcelona have already been knocked again, and referenced Manchester United’s £80-100m valuation (through BBC Sport) of Bruno Fernandes as a yardstick being utilized by the Reds.
Until we obtain a comparable bid for our No.7, Slot will proceed to construct with the Colombian as a part of his title-winning frontline.
Liverpool switch plans for Anthony Gordon rely on Diaz determination
Gordon’s 12 targets and 11 assists final season underline why we’re tempted, with Fletcher describing him as “a super match” for the high-pressing fashion our head coach has applied.
A transfer final summer season was explored as a result of Newcastle’s monetary stress, and whereas nothing materialised then, Fletcher now says that if “just a few switch dominos fall into place”, it may occur this time.
Probably the most vital of these is clearly Diaz, whose potential exit may assist fund Gordon’s £80m price ticket.
Newcastle wish to maintain him, however PSR considerations may open the door.
And crucially, whereas Gordon is pleased underneath Eddie Howe, he sees Anfield as a dream vacation spot.
The concept of him donning the crimson shirt is one which’s been on our radar for some time, and he would convey critical tempo and productiveness to our extensive choices.
Whether or not that occurs will now rely on whether or not we money in on a participant we’ve repeatedly advised the market will not be on the market.
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