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February 27, 2026 • 1 min read

Newcastle United have been linked with a move for a player from Brighton & Hove Albion. This post is based on reporting cited below and is saved as a draft for your editorial review.

Status: interest
Type: permanent
From: Brighton & Hove Albion
To: Newcastle United
Fee: Undisclosed
Terms: Not publicly confirmed
Primary source: Sky Sports Paper Talk
Source URL: https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13512624/anthony-gordon-arsenal-target-lb75m-summer-move-for-newcastle-forward-paper-talk-and-football-transfer-gossip

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