Newcastle’s Eddie Howe Hints at Imminent Anthony Gordon Transfer on Sunday

TL;DR

Eddie Howe hints at a potential transfer for Anthony Gordon after leaving him on the bench in consecutive matches. Bayern Munich is reportedly in talks with Newcastle United regarding the winger's future.

Key points

Eddie Howe hints at Anthony Gordon's potential transfer.
Gordon has been benched in consecutive matches despite being fit.
Bayern Munich is in talks with Newcastle for Gordon's transfer.

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Anthony Gordon of Newcastle United applauds the fans after the final whistle during the Premier League match between Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United at City Ground in Nottingham, United Kingdom, on May 10, 2026. (Photo by Maynard Manyowa/News Images/NurPhoto via Getty Images) | NurPhoto via Getty Images Anthony Gordon’s situation at Newcastle United is becoming increasingly clear following comments from Eddie Howe after the draw against Nott Forest on Sunday. The winger has now been left on the bench in consecutive matches despite being fit, raising questions about his role heading into the summer. Howe tried to hide the truth under “tactical” decisions,… “It was tactical,” Howe told BBC Radio Newcastle. “The team has performed well in Anthony’s absence. Obviously, we have gone with a bit more solidity with Joelinton playing wide and one winger the other side just to try and strengthen us defensively, because we weren’t happy with how we were defending. Since January, really, we have been disappointed – so a change of structure really.” …until the gaffer could do no more. “Ant has come back to fitness. He’s training well,” Howe said, “but, also, I’m looking at the future as well.” That admission comes amid confirmed transfer movement involving the player, with Bayern Munich already for the England international. “Bayern Munich have opened talks with over a potential summer move for Anthony Gordon,” Keith Downie reported for Sky Sports. “Newcastle will listen to offers for the England winger this summer as they expect him to want to explore his options.” Howe’s selection decisions suggest planning is already underway. “We have got one eye on the future,” Howe said. “It’s our duty to try and look to the future and see what the new team is going to look like next year.” And with that, Gordon might have already played his last game in black and white stripes.

Q&A

What did Eddie Howe say about Anthony Gordon's future at Newcastle?

Eddie Howe mentioned that he is looking at the future and hinted at potential transfer movements involving Anthony Gordon.

Which club is interested in signing Anthony Gordon from Newcastle?

Bayern Munich has opened talks with Newcastle United regarding a potential transfer for Anthony Gordon.

Why has Anthony Gordon been left on the bench for recent matches?

Eddie Howe stated that Gordon's absence was due to tactical decisions aimed at strengthening the team's defensive structure.