Liverpool are reportedly poised to return to their pursuit of Newcastle ace Anthony Gordon in the event that Luis Diaz departs this summer, according to The I Paper
Liverpool’s long-standing interest in Anthony Gordon could finally come to life this summer—if Luis Diaz ends up leaving Anfield.
The Reds were keeping a close eye on Gordon last year when Newcastle were under pressure to sell due to PSR rules. A move didn’t happen then, but it’s clear that Arne Slot and the recruitment team haven’t forgotten about him. With Diaz now linked to Barcelona and Saudi clubs, Liverpool fans are beginning to wonder: could Gordon finally be on his way to Anfield?
According to The I Paper, Liverpool recently knocked back a bid from Barcelona for Diaz, showing they still value the Colombian highly. And rightly so—Diaz has been a spark in this side since he arrived from Porto. But if he does move on, Gordon looks like a dream alternative.
The Scouser-in-waiting has been flying at Newcastle. Nine goals and six assists last season, with performances full of energy, creativity, and that fearless edge you love to see in a Liverpool player. He’s also a self-proclaimed Red, which only adds fuel to the fire for fans wanting to see him back in Merseyside—this time wearing the right shade of red.
Newcastle don’t want to sell, of course, but every player has a price—and £80 million is the figure being floated. Big money, yes, but in today’s market for a young, Premier League-proven talent who actually wants to play for the badge? It doesn’t sound outrageous.
As for Diaz, it seems like Liverpool are in no rush to let him go. Paul Joyce of The Athletic reported that the club is “perplexed” by all the exit noise and have no plans to sell. Still, we’ve seen how quickly things can change in a transfer window.
If Diaz stays, Reds fans will be buzzing. But if he does move on, Anthony Gordon feels like the kind of player who could write his own story at Anfield—and the fans would welcome him with open arms.