Barcelona Make Big Move for Anthony Gordon After Unbelievable Champions League Debut
Barcelona have reportedly delayed a payment for Anthony Gordon after his amazing start in the Champions League with the club.
Gordon has been fantastic since joining the Blaugrana, providing five assists in five games after his £69 million move from Newcastle.
The England star made his first Champions League appearance coming off the bench as Barcelona crushed Feyenoord 5-1 at the Nou Camp. Gordon came on in the 63rd minute, replacing Karim Adeyemi when the score was 3-1. Goals from him and Raphinha helped build the lead, and Lamine Yamal and new signing Gabriel Jesus finished the scoring.
Gordon’s arrival, which meant parting ways with fellow Englishman Marcus Rashford, already looks like a great deal, and Barcelona fans have quickly embraced him.
However, a new report from El Desmarque says Barcelona have changed their payment plan for Gordon. The club, known for financial troubles, had agreed to pay £18.88 million first, with the rest later. But now, the first payment will be postponed until June 2027, a year later than planned.
This seems like a way to help manage Barcelona’s debts. They reportedly owe £77.3 million for new signings, in addition to £51.5 million for Rodri from Manchester City and £18.9 million for Karim Adeyemi.
Football finance expert Kieran Maguire explained on X that the transfer’s profit is based on when Gordon’s registration was transferred, not when the money is paid.
Gordon, the 13th English player for Barcelona, has quickly become a fan favorite. Following in the footsteps of Gary Lineker and Marcus Rashford, the support he’s getting feels special. When he was subbed on against Feyenoord, the crowd cheered loudly for the former Everton player.
The chant was heard again during a break in the 5-2 win over Rayo Vallecano, and Gordon showed his love for the fans by tapping the club badge on his chest.
According to Pol Ballus from The Athletic, Gordon’s teammates told him that this kind of chant is rare and a sign of respect from the Camp Nou crowd—a privilege players usually have to earn.
Barcelona will be back in action on Sunday as they visit Levante in La Liga.