Arsenal are apparently ‘accelerating’ a surprise approach for Newcastle striker Anthony Gordon, and the Magpies’might have to accept’ an acceptable offer for the England international.
Andrea Berta is likely to have a busy first summer as Arsenal’s new sporting director, with rumours claiming he has £300 million to spend on new players for Mikel Arteta.
It has been reported that the Italian has already completed a deal for Real Sociedad’s Martin Zubimendi after triggering his £51 million release clause, but Xabi Alonso’s arrival at Real Madrid could put a wrench in the works.
A new striker is obviously a high priority, but Berta is also looking at options on the left wing as an alternative or replacement for Gabriel Martinelli, with reports suggesting they may listen to offers for the Brazilian.
They are still interested in Athletic Bilbao’s Nico Williams, but Football Insider reports that the Gunners are also ‘accelerating a deal’ for Gordon.
It was claimed back in March that Liverpool were thinking of making a move for the 24-year-old, with ‘Arne Slot understood to be a big admirer of Gordon’s style of play and versatility’.
But former Manchester United scout Mick Brown claims the Gunners have been “keeping an eye on his situation” and could take advantage of Newcastle’s “financial situation”.
“Arsenal are looking to strengthen out wide,” Brown told Football Insider.
“We’ve spoken about Martinelli, and if he leaves they want to bring somebody in who is better than him, and there are a few names on their radar. One player they’ve shown interest in is Anthony Gordon.
“They’ve been looking at him, keeping an eye on his situation in case he becomes available. Newcastle have a bit of uncertainty about them because of their financial situation.
“If they can offer a lot of money for him, Newcastle might have to accept. Then, Arsenal have to decide whether the money it would take to bring him in is worth what he will bring to the team and whether he’s the right fit.
“But he’s still young and there’s a reason they’ve been looking at him for a while.”
Gordon might be sending crosses for Viktor Gyokeres at the Emirates next season, according to reports on Thursday that talks are ‘advanced’ regarding his £60 million deal from Sporting.
According to reports, Arsenal is “now at an advanced stage of their negotiations for Gyokeres, having offered him a five-year contract worth around £9 million per year,” which equates to approximately £170,000 per week.
According to the source, Arsenal ‘lead their Premier League opponents in this transfer race,’ but ‘Manchester United are prepared to make a move for Gyokeres, while there have also been discussions with Liverpool as they hunt for a replacement for Darwin Nunez.’
