Gordon to miss Arsenal game as transfer rumours intensify

Gordon to miss Arsenal game as transfer rumours intensify

Anthony Gordon will miss Newcastle United’s trip to Arsenal this weekend with an injury as speculation over a potential summer transfer continues to swirl.

The winger has been sidelined by a hip flexor issue that ruled him out of last week’s defeat to Bournemouth at St. James’ Park.

Speaking ahead of Sunday’s game at the Emirates Stadium, Howe confirmed that Gordon won’t recover in time to face Arsenal.

“Anthony won’t make the game. He hasn’t trained this week,” he said.

“Again, not a serious injury, but not in time for this game. Hopefully the next one.”

Anthony Gordon to miss Arsenal game as transfer rumours intensify

Gordon’s future at Newcastle is uncertain amid reports he could leave this summer. Howe last week said that only players who are committed to the club will play, although he insisted the 25-year-old’s absence was due to injury.

Arsenal and Liverpool have been linked with the England international in the past and could return for him this summer. But Bayern Munich have emerged as the favourites to sign him should the Magpies choose to sell.

Gordon is said to be open to joining the Bundesliga champions, where Three Lions teammate is currently thriving, while Newcastle are willing to listening to offers.

The asking price could be a major stumbling to completing a deal, however. Bayern reportedly value Gordon at around £55 million, but Newcastle will want at least £75 million for arguably their best attacker.