Arsenal and Bayern Munich to Challenge Newcastle’s Stance on Anthony Gordon

Even amid a challenging season, Newcastle’s internal message remains consistent: they cannot afford to let several key players leave in the same transfer window.

The Magpies are already likely to lose Sandro Tonali, with strong interest being shown by Champions League clubs from both England and across Europe, while Tino Livramento is under Manchester City’s watchful eye.

Bruno Guimaraes also continues to attract interest, although Newcastle’s preference is to secure the midfielder to a new contract instead of considering offers.

In this context, England international Gordon is seen as a crucial part of the club’s future plans.

Newcastle are keen to prevent a situation where their squad is weakened at its core, communicating internally that their £80 million-rated forward is simply not for sale.

Nevertheless, this stance is likely to be put to the test.

Arsenal perceive the left flank of their attack as an area needing enhancement, particularly with the possibility of Gabriel Martinelli’s departure. Concurrently, Bayern Munich believe that the successful acquisitions of Harry Kane and Michael Olise could demonstrate to Gordon how he might elevate his game by moving abroad.

Additionally, former admirers like Liverpool and Chelsea could also come back into play should he become available.

While it has long been understood that Gordon is content and not seeking a transfer, the quality of potential suitors presents a new challenge that might interest him.

With one club competing at the height of the Premier League and another flourishing in the Bundesliga, Newcastle privately recognise that retaining the 25-year-old could grow increasingly challenging as the next transfer window approaches.