At the weekend, Sport reported the Magpies are posing as a threat for Barcelona to sign the 24-year-old.

Sport Mediaset now provides the latest on Inter, Newcastle and the La Liga side’s interest in the striker.The Canada international has a deal expiring at the end of this season and there are no signs of him signing an extension. He has also starred for the Ligue 1 side, scoring eight goals and registering two assists from 13 games this season.

Simone Inzaghi’s side have taken the first steps to try and sign him on a free transfer next summer, by initiating contacts with his entourage. His salary and agent commission could probably be an issue for the Serie A winners.

The Nerazzurri will also have to deal with competition from Newcastle and Barca as these two clubs are in the picture to sign him. The Catalan club have struggled financially over the past few years.

Newcastle’s finances could give them an advantage to get ahead of Inter and Barcelona in the race to sign David.

Gordon, who left Goodison Park for St. James’ for £40million in January 2023, was defended by Donachie having spent a decade coming through the club’s academy ranks from the age of 11.

Donachie said: “Classy Everton post this about a young man who spent around 10 years of his life with the club.

“No wonder – disgraceful.”

Anthony Gordon pile-on is a double-edged sword for Everton

Donachie will be the last to blame the fans inside Goodison Park for their attitude towards Gordon on 5 October – no player who leaves in acrimonious circumstances will be welcomed back with open arms.