Newcastle star 'should be sold as soon as possible' after 'shocking' display vs Aston Villa

Jan 25, 2026 - 22:00

Newcastle fans are growing frustrated with Eddie Howe’s insistence on continuing to play one star each week.

Howe’s side missed the chance to close the gap on the top five in the Premier League table, as Aston Villa left St James’ Park with a 2-0 victory.

The defeat was Newcastle‘s first in the Premier League for five games, with Villa scoring in either half through Emi Buendia and Ollie Watkins.

Newcastle failed to beat a club record against Aston Villa, with Howe’s team remaining ninth in the standings and four points behind fifth-placed Chelsea.

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe stands with his hands on his face during a game. — Credit: Imago

Newcastle told to ‘get rid’ of Anthony Gordon

Forward Anthony Gordon has been criticised for his performances for Newcastle this season, with many believing the 24-year-old should be contributing more goals and assists.

Gordon has only scored two goals and registered one assist in 18 Premier League appearances this season, with his poor form continuing against Aston Villa.

Howe has preferred Gordon down the left flank to the other options at his disposal, with Anthony Elanga on the bench against Aston Villa.

Gordon did not complete a successful dribble, only had one shot, took just 26 touches and produced just three accurate crosses before being replaced by Elanga in the 63rd minute of the match.

One fan has called Gordon a “huge liability” whilst another wants to see the England international sold by the club.

The Toon support believe Howe has “loyalty” towards Gordon which is “hampering” results and performances.

Agreed, it’s a loss at home and it hurts but it’s hardly season defining people on here at an absolute head loss. Although I think Gordon is dreadful and should be sold asap get someone else in— Reece (@reecejp94) January 25, 2026

I give Anthony Gordon hell and I will stand by it until he’s replaced. Horrible little lad.— Jordan Moody (@Jordan_Moody92) January 25, 2026

What's going on with Gordon. Honestly looks like he cba #nufc— Joe Smith (@WheyGiveOwaMan) January 25, 2026

Agree on both points, but lack of urgency and atrocious wing play comes from the bench. No drive down the middle and take slow sideways passing to wing is tactical. But players attitude stinks. Gordon is becoming a huge liability and he's not helping himself with poor body lang— Lance Uppercut (@kevnufc1983) January 25, 2026

No creativity, wayward crossing and predictable approach, we therefore need to have a tactical change. Wissa and Woltemade need to play together, and Woltemade needs to be played in the same role as he was in Germany, he is not a centre forward! Get rid of Gordon (milk it)!— Alastair White (@AlastairWhite10) January 25, 2026

Gordon needs dropping. We should at least try Wissa and Woltemade together too. We barely do the things that used to make us so hard to play against.— Robert (@_RobAtkinson) January 25, 2026

Gordon back to producing dross in the Premier League— Chris of Durham ⚫⚪ (@intheshadows38) January 25, 2026

Gordon is absolutely shocking mate .. couldn’t cross his legs never mind a football— Dell 🖤🤍🖤🤍 (@Dell800659341) January 25, 2026

It's not unlike us at all 🤣 Gordon's left footed crosses are dreadful— Alastair Campbell (@Al_inDK) January 25, 2026

Harvey Barnes should be starting ahead of Anthony Gordon and should’ve been for the last 2 month.

Eddie’s loyalty too players massively hampers us. #NUFC— NUFCTalk1892 (@NUFCTalk1892) January 25, 2026

Newcastle reveal Anthony Gordon stance

Gordon has been linked with a move away from Newcastle in recent transfer windows, and he could still leave Tyneside in January.

Newcastle would listen to big offers for Gordon, who they bought from Everton for £45million in 2023, after he came through the club’s academy on Merseyside.