Journalist: Liverpool could hijack move for £75m forward

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Financial Power Could Swing Outcome

Christian Falk has outlined why Bayern’s position is far from secure:

“It’s true that Gordon’s prior relationship with, and affinity for, Liverpool Football Club could be a problem for Bayern Munich,” he reported.

“Liverpool are still one of the top clubs in Europe and they have a lot of money to spend. By contrast, Bayern don’t want to spend so much money this summer.

“If they can’t get an agreement with Newcastle and Liverpool are able to put more money on the table than Bayern Munich, then you can understand why the Magpies would argue they shouldn’t sell Gordon cheaply to Munich when they can get more money from Liverpool. This could be a problem.”

This assessment highlights a familiar dynamic. Bayern often operate within strict financial parameters, whereas Liverpool, particularly after significant recent investment, retain flexibility to act decisively in the market.

Transfer Race Still Wide Open

While Bayern may appear frontrunners on paper, the situation is fluid. Newcastle’s stance will ultimately be shaped by maximising value, and Liverpool’s ability to outbid rivals positions them as a credible alternative.

For Gordon, the decision may come down to a blend of ambition, sentiment, and opportunity. With Liverpool still active in reshaping their squad, this story has the potential to develop rapidly as the summer window approaches.

Our View – Anfield Index Analysis

Gordon is a talented player, no doubt, but the idea of committing upwards of £75million feels like another example of unclear squad planning. After a summer where £450m was spent, the expectation was a settled, balanced team capable of sustaining a title defence. Instead, Liverpool sit 5th, struggling for attacking cohesion.

Arne Slot delivered the Premier League title in his first season, yet the follow-up campaign has exposed structural flaws. Chance creation remains inconsistent, and wide areas have not been fully optimised despite heavy investment. Adding Gordon might improve depth, but does it solve the core issues in attack?

There is also a concern around profile overlap. Liverpool already possess multiple wide forwards, and unless Gordon is viewed as a guaranteed starter, this could become another expensive rotation option rather than a transformative signing.

Supporters may also question the recruitment strategy. If Bayern are hesitant due to cost, Liverpool stepping in aggressively could feel reactive rather than strategic. The priority should be improving quality in central areas and refining attacking patterns, not simply adding another high-priced winger.

Gordon’s connection to Liverpool adds intrigue, but sentiment alone cannot justify the fee. If this move happens, it must be part of a clearer tactical evolution under Slot, otherwise it risks becoming another headline signing without meaningful impact.