Liverpool handed major boost in transfer chase for exceptional Mo Salah replacement

Eddie Howe chose to spend an extortionate amount of money on new attackers in the summer but, since Yoanne Wissa and Nick Woltemade have failed to live up to expectation, Gordon has been their main man.

And, since Newcastle are currently 14th in the Premier League table, there's little-to-no chance of them earning a European place next term.

This is far from ideal for someone with Gordon's talent and, seeing as though Howe admitted he can only start players who are fully committed to his team, it feels like the Reds have been handed a massive boost in their transfer chase for him after he was left out of the Magpies' squad vs Bournemouth.

The Telegraph journalist Luke Edwards shared an insight into Gordon's future via his personal X account and, in all honesty, it feels like the attacker could be on his way out of St James' Park this summer.

"Anthony Gordon not involved against Bournemouth 24 hours after Eddie Howe said he can only pick players who are totally committed to the club," he wrote.

"Not a great look in that context but official reason given is a slight hip injury."

Anthony Gordon would be the perfect replacement for Mohamed Salah

Even though Gordon would cost Liverpool around £80 million to sign this summer, it's hard to deny that he wouldn't be a perfect signing for the club.

The Anfield outfit have been in dire need of a creative spark this season and, since the attacker is one of the best players in the Premier League for turning nothing chances into potential goals, he's exactly what they need.

The fact that he can play anywhere across the front three is also another major selling point as it means that, if Liverpool suffered any injuries across the season, they'd have a back-up ready and waiting.

Gordon's connection with Alexander Isak last term was also a sight to behold with the duo becoming one of the Premier League's best pairings.

Indeed, a fair few players would have to be moved on by Liverpool to make this transfer a reality but, since Gordon is only 25 years old and already has an abundance of top flight experience, there's not really a better option to replace Salah than the former Everton ace.