Anthony Gordon has reportedly agreed terms with Bayern Munich for a summer transfer, dealing a significant blow to Liverpool's pursuit of the Newcastle United winger. The 23-year-old left-winger has emerged as one of the Premier League's most promising attacking talents, but his desire to move to the Bundesliga champions rather than Merseyside has raised eyebrows among football analysts.
Former Liverpool midfielder Danny Murphy expressed his surprise at Gordon's preference for Bayern, questioning whether the English winger would guarantee regular first-team football in Munich. "I am a little surprised," Murphy told talkSPORT. "I mean, I like Anthony Gordon. He has got great strengths and qualities, but his consistency is a problem." The pundit highlighted that despite Gordon's strong European performances this season, he lacks the guaranteed playing time at Bayern that he might secure at Anfield.
The Transfer Standoff
Newcastle are demanding £75 million for Gordon, a fee Bayern Munich remain unwilling to meet. The Bundesliga champions, who reached the Champions League semi-finals this season, are reluctant to match Newcastle's valuation. Local reports from ChronicleLive suggest Gordon could still depart St James' Park, though no formal agreement between the clubs currently exists despite the player's apparent preference.
Liverpool had positioned themselves as serious contenders for Gordon's signature, with his agents maintaining contact with the club regarding a potential 2026 move, according to reports from Bild journalist Christian Falk. The Merseyside outfit's interest reflects their need to strengthen their wide attacking options under their new management structure. Gordon's current trajectory—this season represents his highest-scoring campaign to date—makes him an attractive proposition for elite European clubs.
Murphy's skepticism centres on a harsh reality: Bayern's squad depth in attacking positions is formidable, and Gordon would face stiff competition for a starting berth. The consistency issues Murphy identified could prove problematic if Gordon finds himself competing for limited minutes at the Allianz Arena rather than enjoying regular Premier League football at Liverpool, where he would likely be a cornerstone of the attacking setup.
