In a remarkably frank admission that will raise eyebrows across the game, Anthony Gordon has sent shockwaves through Newcastle United’s support.

Anthony Gordon has cast fresh doubt over his future at Newcastle United after a frank admission that is unlikely to settle nerves on Tyneside. “In the end, it’s not in my hands…” he said, a remark that will do little to quieten the growing noise around his long-term prospects at St James’ Park.

The 25-year-old, crowned the club’s Player of the Year for the 2022–23 campaign, has been one of the brighter attacking outlets in recent seasons. Yet questions have lingered, particularly since last summer, when a move to Liverpool — the club he supported as a boy — came close to materialising. That deal ultimately collapsed amid concerns surrounding the Premier League’s financial regulations, forcing Newcastle to explore alternative sales to remain compliant.

In the end, departures elsewhere ensured Gordon remained on Tyneside, and he later committed his future by signing a long-term deal running until 2030. At the time, it appeared a decisive statement of intent from both player and club. Even so, doubts have persisted as to whether the winger is entirely settled in the North East.

On the pitch, Gordon’s numbers suggest little cause for alarm. His return of 10 goals in this season’s Champions League places him alongside elite company such as Harry Kane and Kylian Mbappé. However, there remains a sense among some observers that his performances have lacked the same edge that once defined his game.

Interest from Bayern Munich has only added to the intrigue, with reports suggesting the Bundesliga champions are monitoring his situation closely. Newcastle, under Eddie Howe, are determined to build a side capable of challenging at the highest level, and losing a player of Gordon’s profile would represent a significant setback.

For now, uncertainty reigns. As the summer window approaches, Gordon’s own words ensure the speculation will not be fading any time soon.