La Liga club Athletic Bilbao is standing firm in their refusal to negotiate the transfer of their talented player, Nico Williams, despite growing interest from Spanish giants Barcelona.
According to reports from Marca, the Basque club is demanding the full payment of the player’s €55M release clause if they want to secure his services.
The 21-year-old winger has been in outstanding form for Athletic Bilbao this season, featuring in 28 La Liga games, scoring four goals, and providing an impressive 10 assists. Nico, who is the younger brother of Inaki Williams, another Athletic Bilbao player, started his youth career at the club’s academy in 2013 before being promoted to the reserve team in 2020. He made his professional debut for the club in 2021 and has since become a key player for the team.
Despite his young age, Nico’s performances have garnered attention, leading to a call-up to the Spanish national team in 2023. His defensive contributions and work rate have been praised, making him a valuable asset to his club. With his current market value estimated to be close to €60 million, it remains uncertain whether Barcelona or any other interested clubs will meet Athletic Bilbao’s asking price for the highly-rated winger.
Fans are eager to see how this transfer saga unfolds and whether Nico Williams will continue to dazzle at Athletic Bilbao or make a move to a new club. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops.
