Newcastle United winger Anthony Gordon has drawn a comparison between himself and Barcelona's teenage sensation Lamine Yamal, rather than teammate Raphinha, in a recent interview. The 24-year-old English international discussed his playing style and ambitions ahead of the upcoming season.
βYes, I spoke with Flick. I was already excited, but after speaking with him Iβm even more so. Heβs an incredible coach; heβs achieved a lot in a short time. I hope we can win many titles,β Gordon said, referring to new Barcelona manager Hansi Flick. Gordon added, βIβve only won one title and Iβm eager to win more.β
Gordon, who joined Newcastle from Everton in 2023, has been linked with a move to Barcelona in recent transfer windows. His comments suggest admiration for Flick's project at the Catalan club, though no official offer has been reported as of May 30, 2026.
The comparison to Lamine Yamal, 18, who has become a key player for Barcelona and Spain, highlights Gordon's self-assessment as a direct, creative winger. Yamal has scored 12 goals and provided 15 assists in all competitions this season, according to verified stats.
