What Thomas Tuchel Told Newcastle United About Anthony Gordon as Winger Earns England Selection
Former Chelsea and Bayern Munich boss Thomas Tuchel once offered an interesting perspective on Anthony Gordon, long before the Newcastle United star’s recent rise to prominence and England national team selection. As Gordon continues to impress with his consistency, pace, and creativity, Tuchel’s earlier remarks about the winger’s potential have resurfaced — and they now appear remarkably accurate.
According to reports, Tuchel had warned Newcastle United scouts about Gordon’s “explosive development curve” and urged that the player needed to be nurtured carefully to reach his full potential. The German tactician reportedly described Gordon as a “modern winger” capable of breaking defensive lines and influencing games at the highest level. Those words have proven prophetic, as Gordon has evolved into one of the Premier League’s most exciting wide players this season.
Gordon’s call-up to the England senior team serves as validation of his hard work and progression under Eddie Howe at Newcastle United. With key contributions in both domestic and European competitions, the 23-year-old has not only won over fans but also caught the attention of Gareth Southgate. As the winger joins the Three Lions setup, Tuchel’s earlier assessment reinforces just how far Gordon’s career trajectory has come — from a promising youngster to one of England’s brightest attacking talents.
