Barcelona have struck a deal with Newcastle to sign England international Anthony Gordon, the La Liga champions have confirmed, aligning with reports that have circulated in Spanish media.
Key takeaways
- Barcelona have agreed a transfer for England winger Anthony Gordon with Newcastle.
- The 25-year-old is expected to be Barcelona’s first signing of the summer.
- Barcelona’s proposed package is understood to be worth €70 million, with an additional €10 million in add-ons.
- An official statement about the move is anticipated before the end of the week.
- Gordon has previously played for Everton and joined Newcastle in 2023 for roughly €50 million.
Deal structure and timing
The Catalan club indicated that Gordon’s transfer should be officially announced by the end of the week. An internal contact reached for comment also suggested that Barcelona, once again, have been permitted to register new players without tight financial limits, enabling them to pursue the deal.
Under the terms discussed, Newcastle accepted an offer of €70 million plus a further €10 million in performance-related bonuses. Barcelona are set to move quickly now that the Premier League club has given the green light.
Role in the squad and background
Gordon, who has been selected in England’s World Cup squad, is viewed as a key addition to Barcelona’s forward line. His arrival comes as the club looks to reshape the attack after the departure of veteran Polish striker Robert Lewandowski.
Spanish coverage has also suggested that onboarding Gordon as a left winger—while keeping the flexibility for him to operate in more central roles—does not necessarily close the door on additional offensive reinforcements.
Born in Liverpool and developed through Everton’s system, Gordon made the move to Newcastle in 2023 for a fee reported to be around €50 million. This season, he faced Barcelona twice in the Champions League, contributing heavily with 10 goals across 12 matches in the competition.
