Arsenal do not hold an active interest in Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon, according to journalist Fabrizio Romano.

When asked by GiveMeSport whether the Gunners or Liverpool could make a move for the England international, Romano replied:

“Many clubs admire Gordon but there’s nothing at all ongoing now, full focus on Newcastle. 100%.”

Arsenal have been credited with an interest in Gordon in the past, with another respected journalist, David Ornstein, having said back in January that Mikel Arteta’s side have a “huge admiration” for the player.

However, a lot has happened since then. The Gunners have spent significant amounts on new signings, including £67.5m on Eberechi Eze and another £63.5m on Viktor Gyokeres.

Martinelli’s form suggests Arsenal won’t pursue Gordon

The Newcastle winger is at his best when he plays off the left flank, so he would be regarded as a replacement for either Gabriel Martinelli or Leandro Trossard.

There have been doubts about Martinelli following an extended period where his development has stagnated but he seems to have turned a corner this season.

Despite making just 4 starts in all competitions, the Brazilian international has scored 3 goals and provided 1 assist.

The Newcastle forward would cost a lot of money

If sporting director Andrea Berta is looking at Gordon as a potential contender to replace Trossard, with the Belgian likely to leave the Emirates next summer, then a lot will hinge on his price tag.

The Magpies paid Everton £45m for the 23-year-old in January 2023, and he subsequently signed a new long-term contract back in October last year to protect his value.

For that reason, there is no chance that Gordon will be available on the cheap, so a decision will have to be made on whether he is worth the outlay.

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