Ghanaian football icon Michael Essien has applauded the remarkable displays of Spanish-Ghanaian winger Nico Williams during the Euro 2024 tournament.
The 22-year-old player from Athletic Bilbao played an instrumental role in Spain’s victorious campaign, scoring two goals and providing an assist in six matches. Essien was full of praise for Williams, commending his performance on the big stage for his country.
“He has done an incredible job for a player of his age, showcasing his talent on such a prestigious platform for his nation. His consistency throughout the tournament was exceptional,” Essien remarked following Spain’s triumph over England in the Euro 2024 final.
Williams had a standout season with Athletic Bilbao, culminating in a Copa del Rey victory, two Man of the Match accolades at the Euro, and clinching the Euro 2024 trophy. His impressive performances have reportedly captured the interest of Spanish powerhouse FC Barcelona.
As per Transfermarkt, Nico Williams’ current market value is an impressive 60,000,000 euros.
