Signed instead of Rashford, Gordon is proving worth at Barca

Anthony Gordon, the England winger who has only played five matches for Barcelona since May, is already making a significant impact for the Spanish giants. Despite only securing his first goal, Gordon has seamlessly integrated into Barcelona’s left-wing attack, often replacing Marcus Rashford. The 25-year-old, who only learned Spanish with the help of a Newcastle physio, has also impressed fans with his Spanish language skills, speaking in Catalan during his welcome speech.

Barcelona's supporters are already chanting his name, despite initial concerns over the £70 million transfer fee. Gordon's performance has been remarkable, providing four assists in his first five games and netting two goals. His pace and directness align well with Barcelona's attack, and his versatility allows him to stretch the defense and create opportunities for teammates.

Barcelona sporting director Deco chose Gordon over Rashford due to his style fitting the coach's vision, and Gordon himself feels at home in the city, praising the players who have made him feel welcome. While a debut goal remains elusive, Gordon's focus on team success and his ability to press aggressively have already proven valuable.

Flick's team has scored 22 goals in their first five games, the club's most prolific start since Flick's arrival in May 2024, and Gordon's contributions have been crucial to this impressive start.