Anthony Gordon makes fresh Liverpool transfer claim — 'I couldn't shake it'
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Anthony Gordon has spoken out on past Liverpool transfer speculation after joining Barcelona, saying the move "couldn’t be shaken" from his mind after it failed to materializeAnthony Gordon moved to Barcelona after a move to Liverpool failed to materializeAnthony Gordon says he couldn't shake the thought of moving to Liverpool after the move failed to come to fruition two years ago.The former Newcastle winger completed his move to the Camp Nou, despite a mixed and inconsistent campaign at St. The transfer also came amid interest from Bayern Munich, but the Bundesliga side was ultimately unable to meet Newcastle's valuation of the Englishman.Gordon has admitted he is “really grateful” to have his future settled after being deeply affected by his failed move to Liverpool during Euro 2024.
A transfer had been lined up that would have seen him join his boyhood club as Newcastle looked to balance its finances under Premier League Profitability and Sustainability Rules (PSR).However, the deal ultimately collapsed, with the Magpies instead opting to sell Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh to Nottingham Forest and Brighton, respectively, to meet their financial requirements.“It’s an unbelievable scenario,” Gordon told ITV after England's 1-0 friendly win against New Zealand.“I must thank Newcastle and Barcelona because they were both unbelievable with me. Both worked on my behalf and really looked after me through the process to get it done.Content cannot be displayed without consent“You were at the Euros last time with me, and I was going through the other transfer stuff.
It was really difficult, and I couldn’t really shake it, so I must thank both clubs. Really happy, it’s been an amazing couple of weeks."To be a Barcelona player was the dream as a little kid, so now I’ve got to go on and win everything with them."It came from quite late, but once I knew it was Barcelona, they are the biggest club on the planet in my opinion, so there was never any doubt in my mind."Newcastle could earn up to $1.2 million (€1 million) per season if Gordon features in 60 percent of matches, a threshold he has consistently reached during his time at St James’ Park.That could generate an additional $5.8 million (€5 million) for Newcastle, with a further $5.8 million due if Gordon helps Barcelona secure major trophies during his spell at the club.While the winger will be keen to make an immediate impact following his move to Barcelona, his focus now shifts to international duty with England at this summer’s World Cup across the United States, Mexico and Canada.Gordon has earned 17 caps for the Three Lions, scoring twice, and arrives at the tournament in strong club form after a prolific season with Newcastle, where he netted 17 goals — his best return to date — although nine of those came from the penalty spot.