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.