Official: England Winger Anthony Gordon Joins FC Barcelona on Permanent Deal for 80 Million Euros
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- FC Barcelona has finalized the signing of English national team winger Anthony Gordon from Newcastle United.
- The transfer is a permanent deal worth 80 million euros, with Gordon signing a five-year contract until 2031.
- Gordon expressed his long-held desire to play for Barcelona, stating his dream is to win the Champions League with the club.
FC Barcelona has officially secured the services of English national team winger Anthony Gordon, completing a permanent transfer from Newcastle United. The Catalan club announced the signing, which reportedly cost 80 million euros, with Gordon agreeing to a five-year contract that will keep him at the club until June 2031.
Gordon, who has been a standout performer for Newcastle, expressed his long-standing ambition to play for Barcelona. "I speak Spanish, and I've wanted to play for Barcelona since I was three years old," Gordon was quoted as saying. He further elaborated on his childhood dream, stating, "It was already my dream club when I was young."
The acquisition of Gordon signals Barcelona's intent to strengthen its squad with top international talent. The winger's arrival is expected to bolster the team's attacking options and add depth to their roster as they compete in domestic and European competitions. Gordon's stated desire to win the Champions League with Barcelona highlights the club's continued aspirations in Europe's premier club competition.
I speak Spanish, and I've wanted to play for Barcelona since I was three years old. It was already my dream club when I was young.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.