Newcastle ready to open Anthony Gordon transfer talks with Bayern Munich if they match eye-watering valuation

Bayern identify Gordon as top target

The 25-year-old has impressed the hierarchy at the Allianz Arena, and Bayern are keen to bring him to the Bundesliga as they look to bolster their attacking options. While there has been no official club-to-club contact yet, Newcastle are fully aware of the interest.

The Bavarian side has enjoyed significant success with recent Premier League imports, including Harry Kane and Michael Olise. This track record has encouraged Bayern to return to the English market for Gordon, who has established himself as an England regular since his move to Newcastle from Everton in 2023. Bayern's initial valuation is believed

Newcastle set price amid financial pressures

Newcastle have set a clear valuation of £75m to begin formal negotiations, according to

Gordon, whose contract runs until 2030, has emerged as the most likely candidate to provide the funds for a summer overhaul. If met, the £75m fee would represent Newcastle's second-highest ever sale, trailing only Alexander Isak’s departure to Liverpool.

Winger open to Allianz Arena switch

Gordon is believed to be

What comes next?

With Bayern Munich tipped as the clear favourites ahead of fellow admirers Liverpool and Arsenal, Gordon looks increasingly likely to be the headline departure at St James' Park this summer, if the German side decides to meet the Magpies' eye-watering valuation. It remains to be seen whether Bayern step up their interest before of after the 2026 World Cup, where Gordon is expected to feature for England.