Real Madrid and Barcelona have lost out on 18-year-old Spanish talent Antonio Cordero, who has agreed to join Newcastle United this summer on a free transfer. Both Spanish giants were interested in Cordero, with Barcelona making a late offer last summer, but the winger opted for a move to the Premier League over dropping a division to join Barcelona Atletic.
Cordero has been a key player for Malaga in their Segunda survival bid this season, contributing five goals and six assists in 32 appearances primarily playing on the left wing. Newcastle's offer, likely a higher wage packet and a clearer path to first-team action, attracted Cordero to choose the Magpies over Real Madrid and Barcelona, who both have competitive forward lines. This decision marks a significant move for the young talent as he aims to continue his development in the English top-flight.