Liverpool Target Anthony Gordon as Potential Mohamed Salah Successor Amid Form Concerns

Reds Eye Newcastle Star as Long-Term Solution

Liverpool’s recent struggles have forced the Anfield hierarchy to contemplate a significant shake-up, with Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon emerging as a potential replacement for the misfiring Mohamed Salah.

The Reds’ alarming slump of four consecutive Premier League defeats has exposed concerning frailties, particularly in their attacking department. Salah, despite grabbing a consolation strike against Brentford, has been uncharacteristically subdued throughout the campaign – a far cry from last season’s electric displays.

According to Fichajes, Liverpool are seriously considering a move for the 24-year-old Gordon, viewing him as a viable successor to operate on the right flank. While Gordon’s domestic form has been patchy this season, his Champions League performances tell a different story – four goals and an assist demonstrate the talent that’s attracted Anfield’s attention.

Is Gordon Really the Right Fit?

Here’s where it gets interesting. Gordon’s £57 million Transfermarkt valuation (with a contract running until 2030) might seem reasonable, but there’s a tactical conundrum Liverpool must address.

Gordon’s most devastating performances have consistently come from the left wing – his natural habitat as a right-footed player. Yes, he can perform admirably on the right, but deploying him there fundamentally alters Liverpool’s attacking dynamics.

For a club of Liverpool’s ambitions, alternatives like Michael Olise might prove more suitable. A naturally left-footed right winger would provide that crucial verticality and interior penetration that made Salah so devastating during his peak years.

The Newcastle Factor

Newcastle won’t simply accept Transfermarkt’s valuation either. The Magpies will demand a premium for one of their brightest talents, potentially pricing Liverpool out of a deal or forcing them to allocate resources that could secure better-suited alternatives.

While Gordon undoubtedly possesses immense potential, Liverpool must carefully weigh whether he’s genuinely the tactical solution they need – or simply a high-profile name that doesn’t quite fit their system.