Chelsea learn huge Anthony Gordon update before Newcastle clash as £45m decision proven right

Newcastle United have announced a significant Anthony Gordon update before they play Chelsea twice in four days, starting with a Premier League clash this Sunday. Just two points separate the Blues and Magpies after they each suffered their second defeat of the season to Liverpool and Brighton, respectively, over the weekend.

Despite the recent 2-1 loss at Anfield, which was their first in nearly two months, has made a strong start to life at Stamford Bridge. The likes of Cole Palmer, Nicolas Jackson and have all been impressing, with

Surprisingly, given the muscular issues he has faced in recent years, James was named in the starting XI, though he was subbed off in the 53rd minute with Renato Veiga coming on in his place. With the full compliment of his squad now available, Maresca will be hoping for a seven-game unbeaten run, or perhaps even more, to be repeated.

The first task facing arrives in the Conference League against Greek side Panathinaikos on Thursday evening. Just a few days later,

The return of Alexander Isak will have come as a huge boost to Newcastle this past weekend, but they could still not get the better of Brighton. In the fixture at St James' Park, Gordon showed glimpses of his very best, with two shots on target arriving and three chances created.

And now his confidence levels could increase further with Newcastle announcing he has signed a new long-term contract. The Blues were previously linked to signing Gordon when he was at Everton, with having shown significant interest in acquiring his services since his switch to Newcastle.

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Six months after Chelsea had two bids rejected for Gordon, which saw scrutiny head their way given his struggling form at the time, he joined Newcastle for £45million. Since his move, the 23-year-old has shined on Tyneside, scoring 15 goals and grabbing 11 assists, with seemingly proven right on their interest.

However, Maresca and his players will be hoping Gordon cannot find the back of the net in either of Newcastle's next two games, with the weekend's league clash shortly followed by a tie between the two sides.