Key Takeaways
- Anthony Gordon has not asked to leave, but Newcastle expect firm bids from Bayern Munich and Arsenal.
- Sandro Tonali and Tino Livramento are also attracting Premier League and European interest.
- Club chiefs admit they may have to sell one star to fund a squad rebuild this summer.
Newcastle United are bracing themselves for a summer scramble for three England internationals. Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali and Tino Livramento have all been monitored by leading clubs, and St James’ Park bosses accept that at least one could depart before the new season.
Gordon, 25, is the main target. Bayern Munich have watched him since January, while Arsenal continue to track the winger. Liverpool considered a move last year and could re-enter the race. The former Everton man has not handed in a transfer request, yet sources inside the club believe he would welcome a fresh step if a firm offer arrives.
Negotiations will not be easy. Gordon’s contract runs until 2030, giving Newcastle huge leverage. Directors value him at close to double the £45 million they paid Everton in 2023, meaning any deal would need to edge towards £80 million. That fee would top the Premier League record set by Alexander Isak’s sale to Liverpool twelve months ago.
Midfielder Sandro Tonali is tied to the Magpies until 2029, with an option for an extra year. Several Italian and English clubs are circling, but the price would again be steep. Right-back Tino Livramento is the most vulnerable; his present deal expires in 2026 and Manchester City are among those monitoring his situation.
Chief executive David Hopkinson has told supporters that “trading” is likely this summer. Manager Eddie Howe, or whoever leads the team next term, will need new funds to reshape an ageing squad. Selling one marquee asset could unlock the market without breaching profit-and-sustainability rules.
All three players continue to train normally and will feature in the final six league matches. None have agitated for exits, yet the expectation on Tyneside is that big-money bids will land once the window opens. If the price is right, Newcastle will sanction a departure and reinvest quickly.