BARCELONA, Spain — England forward Anthony Gordon joined Barcelona on a five-year contract on Friday after completing his move from Newcastle.
The announcement did not include any financial details. But, despite its financial troubles, Barcelona has reportedly paid Newcastle some 70 million euros ($81 million) to acquire the 25-year-old Gordon.
Gordon arrived in Spain on Thursday and underwent a medical exam.
He scored 17 goals for Newcastle this season, including 10 in the Champions League. One of those goals came in a loss to Barcelona in the Champions League round of 16.
Gordon is in England’s squad for the World Cup. England’s first game is against Croatia in Arlington, Texas, on June 17.
