Anthony Gordon has signed a new long-term contract at Newcastle United, the club announced this afternoon.
The 23-year-old has impressed since joining the Magpies from Everton in January 2023, scoring 15 goals and adding 11 assists in 74 appearances.
Gordon was reportedly close to joining Liverpool over the summer as Newcastle scrambled to sell players ahead of the PSR deadline with a medical believed to have been lined-up in Germany where he was on international duty during the Euros.
✍️ We are delighted to announce that Anthony Gordon has signed a new long-term contract at St. James’ Park!
Congratulations, @anthonygordon! 💫 pic.twitter.com/qSH8DcVwF8
— Newcastle United FC (@NUFC) October 22, 2024
Instead, Newcastle sold Yankuba Minteh and Elliot Anderson to Brighton and Nottingham Forest respectively, meaning Gordon remained at St James’ Park.
And he has now signed lucrative new terms at the Saudi Arabian-funded club and targeted a first major domestic trophy since 1955.
He told newcastleunited.com: “I just think the club’s in a great place. Since the takeover it’s just been up and up. Me and the gaffer are a perfect match in terms of style of play. I love it here.
“I’m very happy here, I like living here, the team is very suited to me – and I’m here to win a trophy. The short story is we need to win a trophy. Winning a trophy here would be unbelievable because the fans have waited so long. To be part of that team who finally does it is a massive goal of mine.
“We (my family and I) have always felt settled because Geordies are so easy-going and so welcoming, very easy to speak to and always want the best for you. It’s a very easy place to come and live, I think. I feel very connected to everyone – teammates, fans and everyone involved.”
Newcastle head coach Eddie Howe was pleased Gordon has opted to extend his stay on Tyneside.
He said: “I’m delighted Anthony has committed his future to the club. He has grown as a player and as a person during his time at Newcastle United and he has continued to prove just how good he is on the biggest stage.
“He is dedicated to improving himself and the team, and when you add that to the quality of his performances and his incredibly high work-rate, it’s clear to see why he has such a special connection with our supporters.
“There’s even more to come from Anthony and I’m excited about what’s ahead for him and us.”
