In a recent development, Barcelona have reportedly received a boost in their pursuit of Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams.
The Spain international has caught the eye of Barcelona with his impressive performances for both club and country. Last season, Williams played a key role in Athletic’s success, scoring eight goals and providing 19 assists in 37 competitive appearances as they won the Copa del Rey and finished fifth in the league.
Williams continued his fine form at the international stage, contributing two goals and an assist in Spain’s victorious Euro 2024 campaign. His performances have not gone unnoticed, with clubs like Paris Saint-Germain, Chelsea, Liverpool, and Arsenal all expressing interest in the talented winger.
Despite interest from top clubs across Europe, it was previously reported that Williams may not be open to a move to the Premier League. Recent reports suggest that Williams has turned down an offer from PSG, where his former Spain head coach Luis Enrique is in charge. The French club’s sports advisor, Luis Campos, reached out to Williams’s camp to discuss a potential move but was met with a disappointing response.
Barcelona, who are said to be willing to trigger Williams’s €55m release clause, are hopeful of securing his services. There have been indications that the 22-year-old is considering a move to the Catalan giants, as they represent one of the biggest clubs in the world.
However, a recent report suggests that Williams may still opt to stay at Athletic Bilbao this summer. He is contemplating the possibility of competing in the Europa League alongside his brother Inaki Williams, which could sway his decision in favor of remaining with Ernesto Valverde’s side.
As the saga unfolds, Barcelona remains hopeful of landing Williams, who could provide a significant boost to their attacking options. Stay tuned for further updates on this developing transfer story.
