Anthony Gordon says he believed he would play for Barcelona since he was "three years of age" after joining from Newcastle United in a deal worth more than 80m euros (£69.3m).

The England forward, 25, has signed a contract with the La Liga champions until 2031 after a fee was agreed between the two clubs following advanced talks earlier this week - and amid interest from Bayern Munich.

"I was excited to play for Barca since I was three years of age," said Gordon, who spoke in Spanish during Friday's presentation at the Spotify Nou Camp.

"I wanted to speak Spanish because, as a kid, I believed I would play football for Barca, believe it or not. I have a physio in Newcastle, and we spoke every day, and I told him, 'One day I'll play for Barca, so I want to learn Spanish'.

"I found out very late [of Barcelona's interest], but as soon as I knew Barca were a serious option, there wasn't any question.

"Barca is the biggest club on the planet. It is stuff I dreamed [about] as a child."

Gordon underwent a medical with the club on Thursday and was due to be unveiled at 12:30 BST on Friday.

But delays with paperwork meant he had to face a wait of close to eight hours before being officially introduced.

Gordon added, "Very, very excited, though it was kind of hard to wait.

"I knew it would happen. I have been very calm at the hotel with my family and agents. It's stuff I don't understand. All my part was done, I was ready. It was stuff above me - legal things and very small details.

"I am very conscious of the history of this club and the incredible players who have worn this shirt. I'm ready for this challenge. There is a burning fire in my belly to win here."

He will fly out with the England squad to the United States on Monday for a training camp before the World Cup, which starts on 11 June.

Gordon will join compatriot Marcus Rashford at Barca, but the Spanish club is yet to trigger an option to make the 28-year-old forward's loan move from Manchester United permanent for £26m.