Anthony Gordon has arrived in Barcelona to finalize his transfer from Newcastle United. The English forward landed at El Prat airport and proceeded directly to the Hospital de Barcelona for a medical examination. Upon his arrival, he expressed his excitement, stating, “I’m very happy” to reporters.

Transfer Details

According to reports from Mundo Deportivo, FC Barcelona has secured the 25-year-old forward on a five-year contract, successfully fending off late interest from Bayern Munich and Liverpool FC. Liverpool had attempted to use Gordon's local roots and family connections to sway the deal in their favor, but Barcelona ultimately presented an offer estimated at €70 million, with an additional €10 million in performance-related add-ons.

The add-ons are contingent upon Barcelona winning major titles such as La Liga or the UEFA Champions League, and Gordon participating in a significant number of those matches. If he performs well, Barcelona is reportedly willing to pay the bonuses, which would indicate success on the pitch.

Rapid Negotiations

The transfer negotiations progressed swiftly following a visit to England by Barcelona's sporting director Deco, technical coordinator Bojan Krkić, and head scout João Amaral. While initial speculation suggested they were scouting Chelsea FC’s João Pedro, their primary objective was to finalize personal terms and wages with Gordon and his agent.

Gordon has caught the attention of manager Hansi Flick after a standout season. He has previously praised Barcelona, recalling, “They are the best I have ever faced.” The urgency to complete the transfer was mutual, as Gordon aimed to resolve his club future before joining Thomas Tuchel’s England squad on June 1 for FIFA World Cup preparations.

Once he passes the medical examination, Gordon will sign his contract and return to England, where he will compete for a place in the national team alongside Marcus Rashford. Interestingly, his arrival may indicate that Barcelona will not activate a purchase clause for Rashford, suggesting a significant shift in the club's forward lineup.