Liverpool’s transfer updates include discussions for Newcastle star Anthony Gordon, as well as the possibility of attracting a defender owing to a price reduction.

Liverpool is well poised to begin transfer planning, with a freshly reformed recruitment department and Arne Slot as manager. While Slot would not personally control transfer decisions, the team will be built to help the coach achieve his goals. Prospective signings now have a better understanding of the managerial situation, which helps them make decisions more easily. With Slot, Michael Edwards, recently hired sporting director Richard Hughes, and other key personnel in place, critical decisions, such as those involving Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon, may now be taken.

Meanwhile, there have been suggestions of a big drop in the price of a defender, with Liverpool now seriously contemplating buying him. Here’s Liverpool.com’s take on the Reds’ transfer rumours today.

Newcastle United’s Anthony Gordon just discovered that the team will not be competing in any European competitions next season after narrowly missing out on the Conference League due to Manchester United’s shock FA Cup final victory over Manchester City. This setback will definitely affect Newcastle’s finances.

While Newcastle may have to unload a few key players, Liverpool has apparently chosen not to pursue Gordon, according to 90min.

Despite earlier rumours tying Liverpool to a high-profile and costly deal for Gordon, who has made an impression since joining from Everton, the club has decided not to pursue him. The 23-year-old has previously trained in Liverpool’s academy system.

However, while a wide midfielder or attacker would be on Liverpool’s summer shopping list, the club believes a deal for Gordon would be too expensive and difficult to negotiate with Newcastle. However, Crysencio Summerville of Leeds United is said to be a serious contender.

Liverpool.com says: If Newcastle’s financial condition deteriorates in terms of meeting Premier League spending limits, Liverpool may still opt to take advantage. But, barring a fire sale, signing Gordon felt like a long shot.

With Edwards back, Liverpool will most likely aim to entice a player with a similar profile to Gordon, but one step earlier in the process. Since moving to St James’ Park, his price has skyrocketed, and the Reds will be looking for someone who can develop at Anfield in the same way. Summerville’s suitability for the role is debatable.