Newcastle signs Anthony Gordon from Everton for $49.5M

NEWCASTLE, England (AP) — Newcastle signed Anthony Gordon from Everton reportedly for an preliminary 40 million kilos ($49.5 million USD) on Sunday after the 21-year-old winger submitted a proper switch request.

Newcastle stated Gordon has signed a long-term deal because the workforce bolsters its squad for its tilt at qualifying for the Champions League. It is at present in third place within the Premier League.

“I believe the fan base and town actually fits me as an individual, the best way the workforce are enjoying below the (supervisor Eddie Howe) on the minute actually fits me, and the membership simply seem like they’re on the right track,” Gordon stated.

“I really feel prefer it’s a very massive step. People haven’t seen what I’m able to but.”

Gordon joined Everton’s academy on the age of 11 and made his senior debut as a 16-year-old in a Europa League match in December 2017.

Everton introduced the departure of Gordon in a quick assertion.

Howe described Gordon as a “top, top talent.”

“I’m actually excited to work with him, to develop him, and I’m wanting ahead to seeing what he can do in a Newcastle shirt,” Howe added.