Barcelona has secured Anthony Gordon from Newcastle for £69.3m, beating Bayern Munich for the signature of a forward who managed just six Premier League goals last season. The deal includes significant add-ons despite questions about the winger's English output. Gordon will undergo a medical at the club on Thursday as Barcelona moves to strengthen their attacking options under Hansi Flick.

Gordon's appeal lies beyond league numbers, as he excelled in European competition with five Champions League goals in five matches. The 25-year-old offers versatility across the front line and possesses a work rate that appealed to Barcelona. This contrasts