Anthony Gordon has completed a £45million move to Newcastle as confirmed by Everton in a blunt 64-word statement.
Speaking to NUFC after signing his transfer papers, Gordon said he has always known that Newcastle is the next stop for him since they expressed interest in him.
He said;
“Since I heard of the interest, I was always convinced Newcastle were for me. I think the fan base and the city really suits me as a person, the way the team are playing under the gaffer at the minute really suits me, and the club just look like they’re heading in the right direction.
“I feel like it’s a really big step. People haven’t seen what I’m capable of yet. I think under the gaffer, and the way the club’s going, I can really excel here.”
Newcastle’s coach, Eddie Howe also said;
“I’m delighted to sign Anthony – he’s a top, top talent.
“I’m really excited to work with him, to develop him, and I’m looking forward to seeing what he can do in a Newcastle shirt.”
Everton, who are firmly in the relegation zone and are staring down the barrel of losing their Premier League status for the first time ever, seemed unimpressed with the transfer.
The club said in a statement;
“Anthony Gordon has joined Newcastle United for an undisclosed fee. The 21-year-old forward leaves Everton after having submitted a formal transfer request.
“Gordon joined the Club’s Academy at the age of 11 and made his senior debut as a 16-year-old in a Europa League tie in December 2017. He went on to make 78 First-Team appearances, scoring seven goals.”