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'I don't want it to become a big talking point': Newcastle boss Eddie Howe tells Anthony Gordon to ignore hostile Everton fans as £45m signing prepares to return to Goodison for the first time

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe has told £45million signing Anthony Gordon not to become wrapped up in a hostile reception on his return to former club Everton.

The 22-year-old left Goodison Park for Tyneside in January amid a tirade of abuse from sections of the Toffees' support and could find himself in the firing line on Merseyside once again.

Asked how Gordon had to approach the game, head coach Howe said: 'It's staying very present and not thinking too much, just play the game - which is easier said than done in that environment where probably all eyes will be, he'll feel, focused on him.