Barcelona are making a strong push to sign Athletic Club star Nico Williams this summer. The 21-year-old dazzled for Spain at Euro 2024, scoring in a 4-1 win over Georgia, which secured La Roja’s spot in the quarter-finals.
Barcelona’s president, Joan Laporta, is determined to bring Williams to Camp Nou. Reporter Achraf Ben Ayad confirmed that Barca will make every effort to secure Williams’ transfer, despite the financial challenges posed by his €58 million release clause.
Nico Williams’ Preferences and Suitors:
Williams has drawn interest from major clubs, including Arsenal, Liverpool, and Chelsea. However, his preference is to stay in Spain, with Barcelona being his top choice. His strong connections with Spain teammates Pedri and Lamine Yamal make the Catalan side an attractive option for him.
Barcelona’s Financial Challenge:
Barcelona faces a significant financial challenge in meeting Williams’ release clause. Despite this, Laporta’s management is focused on making the deal happen without having to sell current players like Raphinha.
Williams had the option to leave Athletic Club for free this summer, with his contract expiring in November. Instead, he chose to renegotiate and extend his contract until 2026, out of loyalty to the club and his brother, Inaki Williams.
Conclusion:
Barcelona sees Nico Williams as a perfect fit for their squad, but the financial complexities make the deal uncertain. While Chelsea and other clubs remain interested, Barcelona will rely on Williams’ desire to join them and hope to gather the necessary funds to finalize the transfer.
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