Antonito signs for NUFC – Official Newcastle United announcement | OneFootball

Antonito (AKA Antonio Cordero) has agreed to join Newcastle United.

The much talked about signing now confirmed.

Antonio Cordero (Antonito) will formally sign for Newcastle United on 1 July 2025, once his current contract ends at Malaga.

The Spanish club had already officially confirmed that the teenager would be leaving, having refused to sign a new contract.

‘Newcastle United will sign promising Spanish winger Antonio Cordero on 1st July following the expiry of his contract with Spanish side Málaga.

The transfer is subject to completion of the registration process with the Premier League and the Football Association, as well as obtaining a UK visa.

The 18-year-old – known as Antoñito – has made 60 senior appearances in all competitions for Sergio Pellicer’s Málaga, registering seven goals and nine assists.

The Spain Under-19 international is expected to head out on loan this summer after completing his move to St. James’ Park.

Antonio said: “It’s truly an honour to be here, truly a pleasure. I am a person who likes to aspire high. Why not come to one of the best places in the world to do it.

“It’s a big step, and that’s one of the reasons I’m here. I’m happy to do it and have a great desire to get going already.”

Newcastle United sporting director, Paul Mitchell, said: “Antonio is an exciting talent. We’re delighted to bring him to Newcastle United amidst interest in Spain and across Europe.

“He has lots of potential, and the next phase of his development will be for the club to select a loan move that will challenge him and build on his experiences.”

Born in Jerez de la Frontera in Andalusia, Antonio had youth spells with clubs including Cádiz, Sevilla, Real Betis and Malaga before signing his first professional deal with the latter in 2022.