Everton prepared to offer Anthony Gordon a bumper new deal

Everton will offer Antony Gordon a significantly improved new contract to ward off persistent interest in the England Under 21 international.

Newcastle have made their ambitions clear about signing Gordon, who played a lead role towards the end of last season in helping his boyhood club beat the threat of relegation.

Interest from Eddie Howe comes on the back of Tottenham boss Antonio Conte wanting to bring Gordon - whose value has been estimated to be worth more than £25million - to London to join former Everton forward Richarlison.

There were reports on Wednesday that Newcastle had entered into negotiations for Gordon but Everton insist that is not the case - nor would they look to begin dialogue over the sale of one of their most valued squad members.

But there is also recognition within Goodison Park that Gordon's current terms need to be enhanced to reflect his status and the progress he has made over the last 12 months; Frank Lampard is a huge admirer of the 21-year-old and will not consider losing him at this stage.

Gordon has many admirers including the north London outfit as well as Eddie Howe's side as both teams look to the talented winger as a potential transfer option.

Spurs are also monitoring the situation having already signed one of Gordon's former Toffees team-mates in Richarlison's for £60millionthis summer.

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