Barcelona has successfully negotiated a deal with Newcastle United for winger Anthony Gordon. The transfer fee is reported to be £69.3 million (€80 million), which includes add-ons. Gordon, who is 25 years old, is set to travel to Barcelona on Thursday for a medical examination.

Transfer Details

According to Sky Sports News, the agreement comes as Gordon, who finished the season as Newcastle's top goalscorer with 18 goals, prepares for a new chapter in his career. He had signed a long-term contract extension with Newcastle in October 2024, which still has four years remaining. Despite his scoring prowess, Gordon was an unused substitute in the final four matches of the season as Newcastle aimed to safeguard him ahead of the anticipated transfer.

Interest from Other Clubs

Earlier reports indicated that Bayern Munich was also interested in signing Gordon, particularly to enhance their attacking options, which already feature England captain Harry Kane and former Premier League players Michael Olise and Luis Diaz. However, it appears that Barcelona has emerged as the frontrunner in the race to secure his services before the upcoming World Cup.

As the transfer window heats up, questions arise regarding the implications of Gordon's move, particularly concerning the future of Marcus Rashford at Barcelona. With the deal nearing completion, it remains to be seen how this will affect the club's attacking lineup.