On January 22, Beijing time, the Chinese Super League team Tianjin Jinmen Tigers officially announced that international footballer Barton officially joined the team.
Last season, Barton was loaned to Tianjin Jinmen Tigers by Beijing Guoan, and he made 20 appearances in the league, including 16 starts, scoring 2 goals and assisting 3 times, helping Tianjin Jinmen Tigers to relegation. With his excellent performances in the Jinmen Tigers, Barton was also selected for the national team and played in the round of 12.
After the end of last season, Barton's contract with Beijing Guoan expired, and Guoan reportedly wanted to bring back the international striker, but in the end Barton chose to join Tianjin Jinmen Tigers.