Antonio Cordero Completes Loan Move to KVC Westerlo

Antonio Cordero, a young Spanish winger, has joined Belgian club KVC Westerlo on loan for the 2025/26 season. He signed for Newcastle United on a free transfer from Malaga.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Newcastle confirmed that the 18-year-old, who joined from Malaga, will play for KVC Westerlo this season. The loan does not include an option to buy. Newcastle see Cordero as important for their future as they aim to rebuild after finishing 5th in the Premier League and reaching Champions League qualification in the 2024/25 season. They want him to gain first-team experience in Belgium before returning to play in the Premier League.

KVC WESTERLO’S POSITION AND AMBITIONS

KVC Westerlo finished 8th in the 2024/25 Belgian Pro League, in 2nd place for the Conference League playoffs behind Charleroi. They aim to improve this season. Adding Cordero should strengthen their attack. They hope to compete for a top-six finish. Westerlo’s next match is against Zulte Waregem.

WHAT NEXT FOR NEWCASTLE UNITED AND CORDERO?

Newcastle United finished 5th in the 2024/25 Premier League season, just reaching Champions League qualification. They view Cordero as crucial to their future and will monitor his progress at Westerlo. After his loan, Cordero is expected to return and compete for a spot in Newcastle’s first team as the club aims for a top-four league finish.