"In the age we're at, there is always rumour and speculation. I don't see probably 90% of it. It comes with the territory of being a top player. You have got to put it out of your brain and focus on the football. I have not seen the story, so it is news to me."
"I think it is irrelevant really - it is how the players react to that. I think they will become robust enough to ignore it and concentrate on playing. We have got to build our rhythm back at St James' Park. Hopefully, now we can build some rhythm and get a good feeling back at our home ground."
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe addressed rumors linking winger Anthony Gordon to Arsenal, claiming he is largely insulated from transfer speculation and unaware of the story. Howe emphasized that transfer rumors are inevitable for top players and that players must develop resilience to ignore such distractions and concentrate on performance. Gordon has struggled in the Premier League this season with one goal and two assists but excelled in European competition with ten Champions League goals. Howe expects Gordon to start against Everton and stressed Newcastle's need to regain form at home after four defeats in their last five league matches.
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