Anthony Gordon meeting with Bayern Munich scheduled as Newcastle draw up list of replacements: report

LONDON, ENGLAND - APRIL 12: Anthony Gordon of Newcastle United arrives at the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Crystal Palace and Newcastle United at Selhurst Park on April 12, 2026 in London, England. (Photo by Steve Bardens/Getty Images) — Anthony Gordon (Image credit: Getty Images)

Bayern Munich have reportedly intensified their pursuit of Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon, with a formal meeting between the German giants and the player’s representatives scheduled, according to a report from Sky Sport Switzerland.

The Bundesliga club have reportedly identified Gordon as a primary target to revitalise their attacking options under Vincent Kompany.

It is suggested that Bayern are prepared to test Newcastle’s resolve with a significant summer bid, viewing the England international as the ideal profile to bring directness and pace to the Allianz Arena.

Anthony Gordon meeting scheduled ahead of summer Bayern move

Gordon was a notable absentee from Newcastle’s 2-1 defeat to Bournemouth last weekend, officially ruled out with a slight hip injury.

However, his absence has only fueled growing speculation regarding his long-term commitment to the club.

Anthony Gordon of England during the international friendly match between England and Japan at Wembley Stadium on March 31, 2026 in London, England. — Anthony Gordon in England action (Image credit: Marc Atkins/Getty Images)

Supporters fear the ex-Everton winger has already had his head turned by the lure of Champions League football in Munich.

In anticipation of a potential exit, Newcastle’s recruitment apparatus has reportedly begun drawing up a shortlist of potential replacements.

High on that list is understood to be Köln breakout star Said El Mala, whose physical profile and goal-scoring exploits in the Bundesliga have drawn interest from Brighton and Hove Albion and Bayern, among others.

While Eddie Howe remains publicly supportive of his star man, the financial reality of Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) means Newcastle may be forced to make a big-money sale this summer.

If scheduled talks in Munich prove successful, Gordon could become the latest high-profile Englishman to swap the Premier League for the Bundesliga, following in the footsteps of Harry Kane and Eric Dier.

Harry Kane of FC Bayern Muenchen scores his team's second goal from the penalty spot during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD1 match between FC Bayern M&uuml;nchen and Chelsea FC at Football Arena Munich on September 17, 2025 in Munich, Germany. — Harry Kane has been very successful in Germany (Image credit: Daniel Kopatsch/Getty Images)

For Newcastle, the priority will shift to ensuring they aren't left short-staffed as they prepare for a pivotal summer of rebuilding.

The club will aim to avoid a similar situation to the one which played out last summer involving Alexander Isak.

Newcastle sit 14th in the Premier League table and look set to miss out on European football altogether next season.

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Joe joined FourFourTwo as senior digital writer in July 2025 after five years covering Leeds United in the Championship and Premier League. Joe's 'Mastermind' specialist subject is 2000s-era Newcastle United having had a season ticket at St. James' Park for 10 years before relocating to Leeds and later London. Joe takes a keen interest in youth football, covering PL2, U21 Euros, as well as U20 and U17 World Cups in the past, in addition to hosting the industry-leading football recruitment-focused SCOUTED podcast. He is also one of the lucky few to have 'hit top bins' as a contestant on Soccer AM. It wasn't a shin-roller.

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