Nico Williams is on the verge of completing a blockbuster transfer from Athletic Club, and that’s why Barcelona have agreed to sign him on a six-year contract.
Main Key:
- Barcelona have shown strong interest in signing an agreement with Nico Williams.
- Nico Williams is also ready to sign the deal.
- If the transfer goes through, he will earn an annual salary of €12 million.
Clubs Interested in Williams:
Barcelona’s interest in Nico Williams goes back more than a year. Their success in talks with the player has come at the expense of several major European clubs. Arsenal, Chelsea, and Bayern Munich had all shown strong interest in the Spanish international.
Williams will be free to complete the move once Barça agree on a fee with Athletic Club.
Interestingly, Real Madrid were ready to trigger Nico Williams’ release clause this summer — but he turned them down. He made it clear that if he stays in Spain, it’s either Barça or nothing.
Outstanding Performance of Williams:
Nico Williams has delivered outstanding performances over the past two seasons. In 29 La Liga appearances, he scored five goals and provided five assists. He also played a key role in Athletic Club’s Europa League campaign—scoring five times and assisting three more to help the team reach the semifinals. His impressive form earned him a spot in the Europa League Team of the Season.