Anthony Gordon is set to undergo a medical at Barcelona on Thursday after the club reached an agreement with Newcastle for his transfer, according to Sky Sports News. The fee for the England international winger is reported to be £69.3 million ($5.2 million USD), inclusive of add-ons.[3]
What happened
Anthony Gordon will travel to Barcelona on Thursday, where a medical examination is expected to commence in the early afternoon. The process may carry over into the evening and potentially into Friday, according to reports. Newcastle and Barcelona have finalized a transfer fee of £69.3 million ($5.2 million USD), including performance-based add-ons.[1]
“Gordon is due to fly to Barcelona on Thursday,” the report confirmed.
If the transfer is completed smoothly, an official announcement from Barcelona could be expected on Friday or over the weekend. This transfer would mark Newcastle’s second-most expensive sale, following the £125 million sale of Alexander Isak last summer.
Why it matters
This significant transfer underlines the financial dynamics of top-tier football, especially as it highlights Newcastle’s ability to command a high fee for their star players. Losing Gordon, who finished the season as Newcastle’s top goalscorer with 17 goals, represents a considerable setback for the club, which is preparing for the upcoming season.[2]
Losing such talent to a rival like Barcelona could also shift the balance of power among European clubs, showcasing both clubs’ prowess in the transfer market.
Background
On October 2024, Anthony Gordon signed a long-term contract extension with Newcastle, committing himself to the club for four additional years. However, his recent performances on the pitch have seen him relegated to the bench, as he was an unused substitute in Newcastle’s final four games of the season, reflecting the club’s intention to manage his fitness ahead of a likely transfer.
Earlier this month, Bayern Munich expressed interest in acquiring Gordon, intensifying speculation surrounding his future while also indicating the competitive nature of this transfer market.
What’s next
If the transfer is completed, Gordon is expected to join England’s pre-World Cup training camp in Florida shortly after the medical, with no specific dates announced yet for the training sessions.
