It's Official: Barcelona Announces First Star Signing of the Post-Season

The 25-year-old English winger has made the move to the La Liga champions from Newcastle United, in a deal that could reach up to 80 million euros with add-ons. According to the club's official website, Gordon has agreed to a five-year contract with the "Blaugrana," set to expire on June 30, 2031.

Gordon is part of England's squad for the upcoming World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. He's coming off a season where he played 26 Premier League matches, scoring six goals and providing two assists. He found more success in the Champions League, making 12 appearances, netting 10 goals, and adding two assists. Last September, he even scored against Barcelona in the opening group stage match of the Champions League, reducing the deficit to 2-1 for the English side.

Gordon joined St. James' Park in 2023 from Everton for 45 million euros. His contract with the "Magpies" was valid until July 2030. He traveled to the Catalan capital on Thursday for his medical examination and subsequently finalized the agreement by signing his contract.

Gordon primarily operates on the left wing but can also play as a central striker. According to ESPN, Barcelona is still looking for a new forward after the departure of Polish goal-scorer Robert Lewandowski, who will leave the club when his contract expires at the end of June.