'New guy' - Winger spotted at training ground after Newcastle United transfer U-turn
Newcastle United transfers: Antonio Cordero has already joined up with his new club following a Newcastle transfer U-turn decision.
Newcastle United recalled Antonio Cordero from his loan at Westerlo, having lined up a half-season spell at Cadiz.
The Magpies had previously agreed a season-long loan with Belgian Pro League side Westerlo for Cordero to continue his development. The 19-year-old arrived at Newcastle on a free transfer in the summer following interest from the likes of Barcelona and Real Madrid.
Newcastle’s plan was always to quickly loan the Spanish winger out for the full 2025/26 campaign. But their plan to loan Cordero to Westerlo ultimately backfired as the youngster failed to make a single start during his half-season in Belgium.
As a result, Newcastle triggered a break clause to cut Cordero’s time in Belgium short and quickly agreed a deal with Spanish second division side Cadiz.
Cordero spent time at Cadiz as an academy player before catching Newcastle’s eye at Malaga. The teenager scored six goals and assisted seven in the Spanish second tier for Malaga last season.
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Antonio Cordero arrives in Spain
And he has wasted no time returning to Spain as he was spotted training at Cadiz on January 1, less than 24 hours after Newcastle confirmed he would be joining the club on loan.
Cadiz’s official X account shared images of Cordero in training along with the caption: “Chico nuevo en la oficina [new guy in the office.”
Newcastle’s loan U-turn regarding Cordero comes following an audit into the club’s loan players by sporting director Ross Wilson.
The hope is that Cordero will rediscover his form upon his return to Spain after limited first-team opportunities so far this season.
Following confirmation of his loan move, Cordero took to Instagram to post: “Cadiz fans, I’m now here, I can’t wait to feel your support in the stadium and represent this club. Come on, The Yellows.”
Cadiz currently sit sixth in La Liga 2 with Cordero hoping to make his debut against Deportivo La Coruna on Sunday evening.
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Antonio Cordero reacts to Newcastle United transfer
After his move to Newcastle was confirmed in the summer, Cordero 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.”
Former sporting director Paul Mitchell added at the time: “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.”