FC Barcelona has officially announced the signing of Anthony Gordon, who joins the club on a deal worth €70 million, with an additional €10 million in potential add-ons. The 25-year-old English winger was unveiled at the Sporofy Camp Nou after arriving at El Prat Airport, where he expressed his happiness about the move.

Signing Delayed but Finalized

Although fans anticipated the announcement earlier in the day, the official reveal was delayed by nearly eight hours due to bureaucratic issues. Originally scheduled for 1:00 p.m., the announcement was ultimately made around 9:00 p.m. The swift deal, orchestrated by Deco, was a response to mutual interest from both the player and the club.

Gordon's Ambitions and Background

Gordon, who is set to represent England at the 2026 World Cup, has received support from national team coach Hansi Flick, who values the addition of a forward with goal-scoring ability and versatility. With this transfer, Gordon becomes the third English player in history to don the blaugrana jersey, following in the footsteps of Gary Lineker and Marcus Rashford.

During his presentation, Gordon shared his excitement about joining Barcelona, stating, “It’s the best club in the world and a dream I’ve had since I was a child.” He also noted his efforts to learn Spanish to better integrate into the team, crediting a former physio at Newcastle for helping him practice the language. Gordon expressed his eagerness to work with Flick, saying, “He’s a great person, an incredible coach. I hope we can win many titles together.” His primary goal with the club is clear: “If I could choose just one title, I’d pick the Champions League.”

In the previous season, Gordon made a significant impact at Newcastle, playing 47 matches and scoring 17 goals while providing five assists, solidifying his status as a key player. As he embarks on this new chapter with Barcelona, expectations are high for his contributions on the pitch.