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Newcastle United are reportedly leading the race for Antonio Nusa as they line up the Norway international as a potential replacement for Anthony Gordon.
According to Chronicle Live, Liverpool had previously wanted Nusa, but Newcastle have now moved into a stronger position in the pursuit of the highly rated attacker. The development places the Magpies at the front of a transfer chase that could become significant as they assess options to refresh their attacking ranks.
Nusa is described as a lightning-quick player, a trait that appears central to Newcastle’s interest. Gordon has been a key source of direct running and pace, and Newcastle are understood to see Nusa as someone capable of providing a similar threat if a change is required in that area of the team.
The focus on Nusa also suggests Newcastle are planning proactively rather than waiting for the situation around Gordon to become clearer. While no fee or contract detail has been outlined, the fact that Liverpool had wanted the Norway international underlines the level of competition Newcastle have had to overcome to move ahead in the race.
For Newcastle, the attraction is clear. A player with Nusa’s speed would fit the profile of an attacking replacement who can stretch opponents and offer transition threat. If Gordon were to move on, Newcastle would need a player able to step into a demanding role quickly, and Nusa is now being presented as the leading target for that purpose.
With the summer window developing, Newcastle’s advantage will be tested if rival interest returns. For now, however, they are reportedly ahead of Liverpool in the chase for Nusa.
