Anthony Gordon has emerged as a key transfer target for both Barcelona and Bayern Munich, with the La Liga champions now joining formal negotiations to sign the Newcastle United forward.
Barcelona are in active talks with Newcastle, with their spending capacity tied directly to player sales. Bayern Munich have also held discussions, though sources indicate a significant gap remains between their valuation and Newcastle's demands.
Newcastle are seeking a minimum of £70 million for Gordon, whose contract runs through 2030.
Newcastle CEO David Hopkinson stated in March that the club will only sell players on "our terms", signaling a firm negotiating stance. Gordon appears the most likely high-profile departure after Newcastle's 12th-place Premier League finish.
Head coach Eddie Howe left Gordon on the bench for the final four matches, citing a focus on the future. Supporters sang Gordon's name during the final game of the season, an incident widely perceived as a farewell. Howe declined to confirm whether Gordon had played his last match for the club.
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Barcelona are also monitoring Atletico Madrid's Julian Alvarez and Chelsea's Joao Pedro. Additionally, the club retains the option to sign Marcus Rashford permanently from Manchester United for £26 million following his loan spell.