Joe Gomez faces Liverpool exit decision after £45m deal confirmed in Anthony Gordon transfer package

Joe Gomez was on the verge of a £45 million transfer to Newcastle United, but the deal fell through, leaving Gomez to reconsider his future at Liverpool. Initially, the transfer package included Anthony Gordon moving to Liverpool for £75 million. However, Newcastle chose to abandon the transfer after finding alternative ways to comply with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules before the deadline on June 30.

 

Currently on vacation after participating in the European Championships with England, Gomez is expected to return to pre-season training with Liverpool’s new head coach, Arne Slot, next week. Although Newcastle has not renewed their interest in Gomez, other clubs have shown considerable interest, but Liverpool has yet to receive a formal offer.

 

Liverpool remains keen on Newcastle’s Gordon, especially given Mohamed Salah’s contract situation and uncertainties surrounding Luis Diaz’s future. However, the urgency for Newcastle to sell Gordon has diminished, likely increasing his price.

 

Gomez, Liverpool’s longest-serving player, was a key performer last season but made only four starts in his preferred position. If Gomez departs, Liverpool will need to strengthen their central defense before the August 30 transfer deadline, with Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, and Jarell Quansah as the only established centre-backs. Joel Matip left on a free transfer, and other defenders, such as Sepp van den Berg and Nat Phillips, are available for transfer. Liverpool has also decided not to pursue Leny Yoro, with Manchester United being the only club to meet Lille’s £52 million asking price for the young defender.

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