Anthony Gordon: Newcastle hold transfer talks with Everton over move for winger after reigniting summer interest

Newcastle have held talks over a move for Everton forward Anthony Gordon.

The Magpies are looking to replace striker Chris Wood, who left for Nottingham Forest last week.

Although not a like-for-like replacement, Newcastle see 21-year-old Gordon as a player who can operate in a number of positions across the front line.

Newcastle were rebuffed with an inquiry for Gordon in the summer, but have retained an interest.

It is thought a bid of around £40m could tempt Everton to sell. Gordon was not present at Everton's Finch Farm training ground on Tuesday but it is not clear if his absence was related to Newcastle's interest.

Complicating the move somewhat is Everton's managerial situation - Frank Lampard was sacked on Monday and any new incumbent may want to keep Gordon.

During the summer transfer window, Chelsea conducted high-level talks with Everton over Gordon's availability.

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He was then seen as one of Thomas Tuchel's top targets and Chelsea were prepared to pay £60m to bring him to Stamford Bridge.