Eddie Howe believes that Anthony Gordon will benefit from a full pre-season under his guidance.
The Scouser netted his first goal for the club in the 1-1 draw away to Chelsea but must now replicate that type of performance on a regular basis next term. Howe had his whole midfield wiped out for the game in the capital with Joe Willock, Joelinton and Sean Longstaff all missing with injuries.
Speaking about Gordon, Howe said: "I was really pleased for Anthony. I thought he played a different role due to the injuries we had in that area of the pitch.
