Liverpool keep close eye on Anthony Gordon
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Anthony Gordon has four years remaining on his Newcastle United contract. Image Credits: Imago ImagesLiverpool are targeting at least one winger this summer as they look to reinforce their wide options following Mohamed Salah’s departure.Salah played his 442nd and final match for the club on Sunday, signing off with an assist for Curtis Jones in a 1-1 draw against Brentford that secured Champions League qualification.The Egyptian ends his nine-year spell at Anfield with an extraordinary record of 377 goal involvements (257 goals, 120 assists).Luis Diaz’s move to Bayern Munich has further reduced Liverpool’s attacking output, while Salah’s dip in form was not fully anticipated.
Arne Slot has acknowledged the need for greater quality and depth in wide areas.“One of the reasons why everyone is talking about wingers is because Mo is leaving,” Slot said. They were scoring goals, providing goals, so they were a vital part of us winning the league last season and, in general in football, you see more and more focus on wingers.”RB Leipzig’s Yan Diomande has emerged as a leading target for Liverpool as they step up their search for attacking reinforcements.The 19-year-old has a release clause of around €100m (£86m).
He has enjoyed an impressive season, contributing 13 goals and 10 assists across all competitions.Liverpool have a strong transfer relationship with Leipzig, having previously signed Dominik Szoboszlai, Ibrahima Konate and Naby Keita from the German club, and could explore a player-plus-cash deal to reduce the fee.According to The Telegraph, Liverpool are also keeping an eye on other wide options, including Newcastle United forward Anthony Gordon. Liverpool were previously linked with him last year, but opted against a move at the time so as not to block the development of Rio Ngumoha, who is expected to feature in England’s pre-World Cup training camp.Gordon still has four years remaining on his contract and finished the season as Newcastle’s top scorer with 17 goals in all competitions.The Englishman has also attracted interest from Bayern Munich, with personal terms reportedly agreed, although a significant gap remains between the two clubs in negotiations.Gordon’s pace and versatility would appeal to Arne Slot should Liverpool decide to move for the former Everton forward. anthony gordon Newcastle United