Report: Newcastle would actually rather sell £80m star than Tino Livramento
It’s an inevitable reality in modern football — no matter how ambitious or financially backed a club is, eventually a high-profile player will move on. Newcastle United are no exception to this rule.
Up to now, the club’s Saudi-backed owners, the Public Investment Fund (PIF), have largely succeeded in keeping the club’s key talents intact. Even last summer, when head coach Eddie Howe made it crystal clear that he did not want to lose promising talents like Elliot Anderson or Yankuba Minteh, the Magpies still managed to hold on to the core of their squad.
But this situation won’t last forever.
Although Newcastle United are not in a financial position where they have to sell a big-name player this summer, that doesn’t mean a significant departure isn’t looming on the horizon. In football, change is a constant, and even the most stable clubs face turnover when the right offer lands on the table.
Take Liverpool, for example. When they sold Philippe Coutinho to Barcelona for a massive fee, it was a move many fans feared. However, the Reds reinvested wisely, using the funds to build a team that went on to win both the Premier League and the UEFA Champions League. That transfer wasn’t about financial distress or Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) — it was about strategic squad evolution.
And now, Newcastle could be approaching a similar crossroad.
Anthony Gordon Could Be the One to Go
Fresh reports from TEAMtalk suggest that Newcastle may be more open to parting ways with Anthony Gordon than some of their other emerging stars. The England international has reportedly remained on Liverpool’s radar, with the Reds retaining a strong interest in signing him.
Interestingly, Liverpool were reportedly close to landing Gordon in early 2024. But rather than part with the former Everton winger, Newcastle opted instead to sell Elliot Anderson and Yankuba Minteh, two younger talents with high potential.
Now, however, it seems the Magpies might view a Gordon sale as a more acceptable option, especially when compared to potentially losing cornerstone players like Alexander Isak or Tino Livramento. Isak, Newcastle’s prolific striker, has been drawing attention from several elite clubs across Europe, while Livramento has reportedly caught the eye of Premier League champions Manchester City.
Sources suggest that Newcastle have placed an £80 million price tag on Gordon’s head, and there is speculation that Liverpool may test the waters with a renewed bid.
Gordon’s Message to the Fans Hints at Loyalty — For Now
Despite experiencing a somewhat inconsistent campaign, Gordon has maintained a strong connection with the Newcastle fanbase. Recently, the 23-year-old forward took to social media to thank supporters and express his excitement about the future.
While even his most loyal backers might admit Gordon failed to consistently replicate the electric form he showed during the 2023/24 season, it’s also clear he remains a valuable asset with untapped potential. When firing on all cylinders, Gordon brings energy, directness, and flair to Newcastle’s attack — qualities that make him an attractive player for clubs like Liverpool.
After the final match of the season, Gordon spoke about being “excited” for what lies ahead with Newcastle. His comments suggest that he isn’t currently pushing for a move, and for now, he appears content to continue his development on Tyneside.
The Bigger Picture: Planning for the Future
Ultimately, Newcastle might not need to sell any major players this summer. The club has navigated PSR concerns well thus far and has shown no signs of a fire sale. But whether it happens in this transfer window or the next, one of their elite stars will almost certainly leave — and the key will be how the club manages that transition.
Selling smartly and reinvesting wisely — as Liverpool once did — could be the key to transforming a difficult decision into long-term progress. And while Anthony Gordon might be the next high-profile name linked with a move away, for now, Newcastle fans can take solace in the fact that he seems committed to the club’s journey — at least for one more season.