BARCELONA, Spain (AP) — England forward Anthony Gordon set to arrive in Barcelona Barcelona A person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press that he will undergo a medical exam on Thursday ahead of his expected signing.
in spite of, economic troublesBarcelona are reportedly willing to pay Newcastle around 70 million euros (approximately $81 million) for the 25-year-old Gordon.
Gordon scored 17 goals for Newcastle last season, including 10 in the Champions League. One of those goals came in the Champions League round of 16 defeat to Barcelona.
A formal agreement is expected within the next few days, a person familiar with the deal said. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because he was not authorized to speak publicly about the signature.
Gordon, the left winger, won La Liga They won the championship for the second year in a row, but after that they are aiming to revamp their attack. Robert Lewandowski leaves the club. Gordon will likely have to compete for playing time with Rafinha in the position opposite teenage star Lamine Yamal.
Barcelona sporting director Deco is reportedly looking for a striker in the summer market as well.
Gordon is in it england national team For the World Cup. England’s first match will be against Croatia in Arlington, Texas on June 17th.
England forward Marcus Rashford played for Barcelona on loan from Manchester United last season. Barcelona are considering paying 30 million euros (approximately 3.5 billion yen) for Rashford to stay permanently.
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