Liputan6.com, Jakarta - Barcelona have reached a significant transfer agreement with Newcastle United to bring in talented winger Anthony Gordon.
The deal, estimated to be worth around £70 million, marks a major step forward for both clubs in the May 2026 transfer window.
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Gordon, now 25, will soon undergo a medical at Barcelona, as reported by transfer expert and journalist Fabrizio Romano.
The English player caught the attention of the Catalan giants after his brilliant performances with Newcastle United this season, where he was the club's top scorer.
The transfer finalization process is planned to be completed before Gordon joins the England squad for the World Cup on June 1 2026.
Negotiations between the two parties were intensive and reached a conclusion at the end of May 2026, with reports circulating on May 27 and 28.
Barcelona moved quickly to secure Gordon's signature, ahead of interest from other top European clubs.
🔵🔴✈️ Understand Anthony Gordon will land in Barcelona right after lunch today. 👋🏼Medical tests to follow in the afternoon. pic.twitter.com/XeCkRviLZr
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) May 28, 2026
Anthony Gordon Transfer Deal Details
The initial deal for Anthony Gordon's transfer was reported to be £70 million, or around €80 million, plus potential future bonuses, as reported by Sky Sports.
After an agreement between the clubs is reached, Gordon is scheduled to undergo a medical examination in Barcelona on Thursday, May 28 2026.
All parties, including Barcelona, Newcastle United and Gordon himself, are determined to complete all transfer formalities before Monday, June 1 2026.
This date is important because Gordon is scheduled to fly to the United States to join the England squad that will compete in the World Cup.
Officially, this transfer will be ratified in mid-June 2026, coinciding with the opening of the summer transfer window.
Apart from the fantastic transfer fee, Gordon is also expected to receive a significant salary increase.
His salary at Barcelona is projected to double to around £300,000 per week, a figure that reflects his status as a key signing.
Personal Choices and Other Club Interests
Despite strong interest from big clubs such as Bayern Munich and Liverpool, Anthony Gordon reportedly prefers a move to Camp Nou.
He has agreed personal terms with the Catalan giants.
Bayern Munich had even agreed personal terms with Gordon, but Barcelona acted quicker and managed to complete the deal.
Liverpool have also shown interest in Gordon in the past, adding to the list of elite clubs monitoring his development.
However, Barcelona's appeal, both in terms of the club's history and future projections under Hansi Flick, has proven stronger.
Newcastle's Reasons and Crucial Role in Barcelona
The sale of Anthony Gordon is a strategic step for Newcastle United, especially to comply with the English Premier League's Profit and Sustainability (PSR) rules.
The club's finances require them to sell players in order to reinvest in the summer transfer market.
Selling Gordon for a high price would provide a much-needed cash injection to balance the club's balance sheet and avoid sanctions.
At Barcelona, coach Hansi Flick agreed to this deal because he saw Gordon as a player who perfectly suited his team's style of play.
Gordon is a versatile striker capable of playing all over the front line, although his best position is on the left wing.
This season, Gordon showed peak form by scoring 17 goals for Newcastle in all competitions, including 10 goals in the Champions League, making him the club's top scorer.
He could also be a temporary replacement for Robert Lewandowski whose contract is expiring, providing flexibility up front.
Gordon's arrival could also influence Marcus Rashford's potential move to Barcelona.
Although Barcelona had a purchase option for Rashford, they prioritized Gordon due to lower wage demands and the ability to offer him a longer contract.