Spanish La Liga club Athletic Bilbao’s winger Nico Williams has reportedly informed the Basque club of his desire to leave the club this summer. After much speculation about his transfer to many clubs. Nico has informed his desire to join FC Barcelona this summer. The 22-year-old Spanish international winger has had some brilliant times for the past two seasons now in La Liga. In the Basque club, he has been in the breakthrough season with his speed, dribble, and goal contributions for the club. Nico has been in the eyes of the top European teams wanting to secure his services from the last few seasons. But Nico decided to continue his career for Athletic this season. But for the next upcoming it does not seem possible with the transfer rumors. It now looks like Nico is now ready to take on a new challenge in his career at Camp Nou.
Nico Williams interest in Barcelona:
The Catalans have a long interest in Nico for many seasons and have admired him. They see him as a future superstar and a long-term solution who can fit their ranks. They look at him as a necessary player who can replace the aging players in the squad. As a perfect player to take on the left wing with Lamine Yamal at the right for the Catalans. Under new coach Hansi Flick, who took on the ranks last season. The club is focused on not just young players. But quality-filled young players who have the potential to shine on the world stage under high pressure. With Nico, his ability to beat defenders with his pace and dribble and provide dangerous crosses fit their vision. His presence would make this team stronger with the presence of star players. Like Lamine Yamal, Raphinha, Dani Olmo and Ferran Torres.
Athletics’ stance on Nico Williams:
Athletic clubs are known for their usual method of playing only the Basque players to maintain their heritage. But they are not ready to lose one of their own homegrown talent. But they may be powerless in this case. As reported Nico has already agreed to the personal terms with Barcelona for a contract of six years. Nico has a release clause in his current contract with the Basque club. He has a release clause which is between a sum of €50–60 million. Barcelona is expected to pay the amount in full for the player and complete the transfer by the start of July. But losing a player like Nico would be a big blow for the Basque club going into the season. It is being reported that Athletic is already looking for new options to replace him for the next upcoming season.
Nico Williams desire to play Champions League football:
At the age of 22, Nico Williams has achieved a lot with his boyhood club Athletic. In his time at the club, he won a Copa del Rey with them after 41 years. But the expectations to play Champions League football and fight for big titles are not something Athletic can offer at this point in time. But Barcelona is a club with a long history and can have the ability to fight at the top of La Liga and in Europe. Having already won the domestic treble this season. Nico is ready to fight at the big level with Barcelona next season.
Author’s opinion:
Nico William’s decision to join the Catalans for the next season is a very bold but understandable move. Having good experience in La Liga now, Nico is now ready to join the big guns to compete and win major trophies. For Barcelona, this potential move can be a huge bonus for this side. Nico can be a long-term solution to their problems to win major glories in Europe.
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