Anthony Gordon tells Everton he won’t return to the club

Gordon has been linked with a £55m move to Newcastle

Anthony Gordon has told Everton that he won't return to the club as he tries to force through a move to Newcastle. Gordon is wanted by the Magpies but Everton are holding out for £55m for the 21-year-old and has missed the last three days of training, however one of those was a planned absence. Both clubs are in talks and as confirmed by Fabrizio Romano on Thursday, have agreed a deal of £40m to take the winger up to Tyneside. The number 10 hasn't started a game since the mid-season World Cup break after suffering from a dip in form. Two of his recent absences (on Wednesday and Thursday) are unexplained, however he was given permission to miss training on the Tuesday. Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has remained tight-lipped on the situation and refused to give too much away after his side's Carabao Cup win against Southampton. "I can tell you absolutely nothing. I've been preparing for this game for the last two days." The 21-year-old has three goals this season and is keen to move to the North East as Newcastle continue to push for Champions League qualification. Everton tried to sign Arnaut Danjuma on loan but were beaten to his signature by Tottenham at the eleventh hour, despite completing a medical on Merseyside. The Toffees are also hoping to confirm the appointment of a new manager this week. Sean Dyche is the bookies' favourite to take over at Goodison Park, however they are also still trying to tempt Marcelo Bielsa into taking the job. Related links:

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