Gordon Liverpool transfer latest: Here’s why a move just got likelier – Whisper+ Verdict

Latest Developments

• The Newcastle forward was amongst Liverpool's transfer targets last summer.
• The Reds board are prepared to lose Luis Diaz come summer.
• Gordon joined the Magpies in the 2023 January window from Everton.

Whisper+ Analysis

Authenticity (3/5): Solid interest

Liverpool made advances for Anthony Gordon in the summer of 2024, suggesting they could perhaps re-emerge as suitors for the Newcastle United star.

Multiple sources have previously validated the club’s interest in Gordon. Fichajes.net in particular backs the talk with a new report, though they detract from the overall authenticity, given their tendency to be sensationalist.

Value (4.5/5): PL talent at a premium

Newcastle’s valuation of Gordon exceeds £60m, reflecting his Premier League experience and consistent performances. While steep, it aligns with the going rates for top domestic talent.

Suitability (4.5/5): Direct fit for Slot’s system

Gordon’s ability to function of the left wing with his pace, pressing intensity and creativity make him an ideal candidate to play for Slot.

Upgrade (4/5): Fresh, energetic alternative

Diaz remains crucial to Liverpool’s present plans, but Slot is a manager open to change and experimentation. Diaz’s links to an exit remain fresh, but Gordon’s work ethic and homegrown status as a Merseyside product could give Liverpool a long-term edge.

Logic (4/5): Smart move?

The former Everton academy product was himself keen to join Liverpool, given the chance to potentially play Champions League football. It doesn’t seem like he would change his mind in the summer.

Whisper+ Verdict: 20/25

Tremors were felt in Merseyside last summer when it was revealed Liverpool were in talks with Newcastle last season over signing Gordon. With Diaz’s future uncertain, Gordon’s PL pedigree and compatibility make him a compelling option to step into the Anfield spotlight.