​Anthony Gordon has received pointed advice from Emmanuel Petit after his move from Newcastle to Barcelona. Petit remains unconvinced about the £70m transfer, but he stresses that Gordon must demonstrate character and leadership on the pitch if he is to succeed under Hansi Flick at the Camp Nou. In an interview with Barca Blaugranes for Jackpot City Casino, Petit questioned whether Gordon possesses the technical ability and movement that Barcelona’s DNA demands and noted that the competition for a starting spot will be intense. His main guidance to Gordon is to be strong and show personality during matches, especially when playing upfront, highlighting that Barcelona expectations are high and the club has a history of brilliant wingers like Lamine Yamal and Lionel Messi. Petit warned that Gordon can easily blend into games at Newcastle and urged him to take the ball, make a difference, and prove himself as a top footballer. He warned that failure to show character could lead to trouble both in the dressing room and with the fans, emphasizing that Gordon faces a substantial responsibility and that there remains significant room for improvement.