Anthony Gordon believes Eddie Howe is tailor-made to help him develop as a player. Newcastle United supporters have witnessed the 45-year-old transform several outcasts into first-team stalwarts since his appointment as manager.
Miguel Almiron, Joelinton and Fabian Schar are three examples of players headed for the St James’ Park scrapheap before Howe arrived on Tyneside. Now, the trio are integral to a side sitting third in the Premier League.
Gordon’s career also needs some rejuvenation after a turbulent end to his Everton career. The 21-year-old left a club plunged in a relegation battle and two points adrift from safety.
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Backlash from his own supporters had dented his confidence but a fresh start awaits the winger at Newcastle. Howe is renowned for his fearless, high-pressing philosophy and Gordon cannot wait to get stuck in.
“It feels like it's been in the works (the move) for a while,” he told NUFC TV. “I know the club were interested in summer. l so I knew all this time they were interested in me.
“Obviously, over the past week or so it has progressed quickly. It’s been a whirlwind really (but) I couldn’t be happier to be here. I was always convinced Newcastle were for me. The fan base in the city suits me as a person.
“The way the team are playing under the gaffer suits me and they look like they’re heading in the right direction. Under the gaffer, I think I can really excel while being here. People haven’t seen what I’m capable of yet. It’ll be exciting.”
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