Nico Williams leaving Athletic Club?
Athletic Club are keen to extend Nico Williams' contract beyond 2027 and increase his release clause significantly.
Nico Williams remains hot property on the transfer market, with Paris Saint-Germain reportedly willing to splash out €150 million on the Athletic Club winger. However, the report is curious because Nico Williams has a release clause in his Athletic deal worth €58m. PSG might accept Williams' wage demands, estimated at €10.5m per year.
Nico Williams remains hot property on the transfer market, with Arsenal reportedly willing to splash out €150 million on the Athletic Club winger. However, the report is curious because Nico Williams has a release clause in his Athletic deal worth €58m. Arsenal might accept Williams' wage demands, estimated at €10.5m per year.
Despite interest from the Premier League, no club pursued Nico Williams with enough determination to secure his transfer. He remained at Athletic Bilbao.
Nico Williams was not interested in a move to Paris Saint-Germain, despite being a standout performer at the European Championship and helping Spain win the title.
Nico Williams was not interested in a move to Paris Saint-Germain, leading to the transfer not proceeding.
Nico Williams decided to stay at Athletic despite public statements from FC Barcelone. His agent, Félix Tainta, mentioned that it was Nico's decision to stay.
Nico Williams has expressed his desire to leave Athletic Bilbao next year, despite the presence of a €60 million release clause in his contract. The 22-year-old believes it is the opportune moment to explore a new challenge at a top club. Arsenal, who were interested in him last summer, remain on alert for his potential availability.
Nico Williams would still prefer to join Barcelona if he is to ever leave Athletic Club. Paris Saint-Germain are willing to pay more.
Nico Williams reportedly refused three offers from unnamed clubs this summer. These clubs were ready to pay his release clause, but Williams dissuaded them.
Nico Williams rejected summer offers from three unnamed clubs - all of whom were ready to trigger his €58m release clause. Marca reported that Williams was set to double his salary if he had accepted a move away from Athletic Club.
Nico Williams chose to stay at Athletic Bilbao despite being linked with a move to FC Barcelone during the summer transfer window.
Nico Williams has rejected three clubs willing to pay the €58 million release clause to acquire him from Athletic. According to Marca, the winger has a contract until 2027 and did not want to leave the Basque club.
Athletic Bilbao is planning to extend and improve Nico Williams' contract during the current season, aiming to keep the negotiations private to avoid putting pressure on the player.
Nico Williams rejected offers from three clubs that were willing to pay his release clause of 58 million euros immediately. None of these clubs were Barcelona. Despite these offers, Nico chose to stay at Athletic Bilbao.
Nico Williams was linked to a potential transfer to Barça. Reports suggested that his acquisition could lead to Raphinha leaving the club due to squad and fair play constraints.
Nico Williams attracted the attention of several major clubs following an impressive Euro 2024 performance with the Spanish national team. Paris Saint-Germain expressed interest, with Luis Enrique having a particular liking for the Basque winger. Nevertheless, the player chose to remain at Athletic Bilbao for another season to participate in European competitions with his current club. He mentioned that Athletic means everything to him and that he is content there.
Arsenal had been hoping to sign Nico Williams this summer but the Spaniard appears set to stay at Athletic Bilbao this season despite the presence of a €60 million release clause in his contract. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta would be open for the right alternative to Williams if a deal proved affordable.
Arsenal FC is considering making a move for Nico Williams. His release clause is around 55 million euros, which is not a major issue for Arsenal. However, there are concerns that Williams prefers to stay in Spain. Arsenal plans to make at least one attempt to sign him in the final week of the transfer window.
Arsenal FC is considering a move for Nico Williams. The release clause in his contract is around 55 million euros. However, Williams prefers to stay in Spain. Arsenal plans to make at least one attempt to sign him in the final week of the transfer window.
Priority for FC Barcelona after Euro 2024, but the transfer will not happen.
Nico Williams was a priority target for FC Barcelona to fill the winger position. However, the transfer failed, and Hansi Flick avoided discussing the matter, indicating that Jules Koundé would handle the role instead.
Nico Williams was the priority target for FC Barcelone at the beginning of the transfer window. However, the transfer did not materialize.
The dossier for Nico Williams is becoming increasingly complicated for FC Barcelone. The club is setting a limit of 58 million euros for the transfer of Nico Williams.
Barça continues to work on signing a top-level winger. The main target is still Nico Williams, but everything indicates that he will stay one more year at Athletic Club.
Nico Williams stays at Athletic Bilbao despite interest from Barcelona.
Nico Williams has been surrounded by a whirlwind of transfer rumors throughout the summer, suggesting a move far from the Netherlands and being torn between Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. However, the latest updates indicate an increasing likelihood of him staying at Athletic Bilbao.
Nico Williams decided to continue his career in Bilbao, rejecting several offers to change clubs.
Nico Williams has not given a definitive response to Barça regarding their interest in signing him. However, his actions and statements, such as taking the number 10 jersey, indicate his ambition to make history at San Mamés, suggesting his continuity at Athletic Club.
FC Barcelone is trying to convince Nico Williams to join the club this summer. However, the transfer is complex due to Nico Williams's comfort at Athletic and FC Barcelone's financial situation.
Clubs from the Premier League showed interest in Nico Williams, but the player's entourage indicated a preference to stay in Spain.
FC Barcelone is still trying to convince Nico Williams to join the club. The signing of a contract with Aramark has given the club more financial flexibility.
Paris Saint-Germain have chased the Spain star this summer but have been unable to prise him away from the Bilbao outfit. They will be studying developments closely and hoping Barcelona are unable to strike a deal.
Nico Williams confirmed his decision to stay at Athletic Bilbao for at least another season, despite interest from other clubs.
Williams has declined a potential move to Paris Saint-Germain, despite the interest from his compatriot Luis Enrique and the financial capability of PSG after Kylian Mbappé's departure.
Nico Williams has declined a potential move to Paris Saint-Germain. PSG was interested in the player, especially after the departure of Kylian Mbappé.
Nico Williams has decided to stay at Athletic Bilbao for at least another season.
Nico Williams was ardently courted by Paris Saint-Germain. However, he decided to continue his career at Athletic Bilbao, a club where he feels well surrounded by his close ones. Although Bilbao offered less money than Paris, he chose to stay for his sporting progression and personal comfort.
Nico Williams has decided to stay at Athletic Bilbao for at least one more season despite a strong interest from Paris Saint-Germain. PSG was very interested in acquiring him and had offered to double his current salary. His current salary at Athletic Bilbao is approximately 5 million euros annually net.
Paris Saint-Germain showed interest in signing Nico Williams, but he has decided to stay at Athletic Bilbao for the upcoming season. His decision was influenced by his desire to continue playing alongside his brother Iñaki Williams.
It is still unclear whether Nico Williams will leave Athletic Bilbao. He seems to opt for a longer stay in the Basque Country.
Nico Williams, who made a great impression for Spain at the European Championship, is coveted by Paris Saint-Germain.
Nico Williams is being pursued by Paris Saint-Germain. They are willing to meet the transfer clause of 58 million euros in his contract.
Nico Williams has informed Athletic Bilbao that he intends to stay at the club despite various enticing offers. He has decided not to move from San Mamés this summer.
Nico Williams has impressed for Spain in the European Championship and is desired by Paris Saint-Germain. However, he seems inclined to stay longer at Athletic Bilbao.
Nico Williams was initially close to joining Paris Saint-Germain but has since closed the door on this option.
Paris Saint-Germain's efforts to sign Nico Williams have become complicated.
Paris Saint-Germain have admitted defeat in their pursuit of Euro 2024 star Nico Williams, who has turned down a move to France this summer. French giants Paris Saint-Germain have been tracking his movements.
FC Barcelone is interested in signing Nico Williams. The club is facing financial difficulties which are complicating the transfer.
Nico Williams is being courted by FC Barcelone, Paris Saint-Germain, and Premier League clubs. He has not yet made a decision. Latest reports from Spain suggest he might extend his contract with Athletic Club.
Nico Williams is being courted by FC Barcelone, Paris Saint-Germain, and Premier League clubs. He has not yet made a decision. Latest reports from Spain suggest he might extend his contract with Athletic Club.
Nico Williams is being courted by FC Barcelone, Paris Saint-Germain, and Premier League clubs. He has not yet made a decision. Latest reports from Spain suggest he might extend his contract with Athletic Club.
Nico Williams has made a decision about his future.
PSG is making a strong push to sign Nico Williams. Barcelona is concerned about PSG's financial power, as they cannot compete with the Parisian club economically.
Paris Saint-Germain has shown interest in Nico Williams after facing difficulties in signing Khvicha Kvaratskhelia from Napoli.
FC Barcelone aims to sign Nico Williams but must resolve financial fair-play issues to finalize the deal.
FC Barcelone is interested in Nico Williams as they aim to strengthen their squad for the new season.
Paris Saint-Germain is making a serious effort to sign Nico Williams and is financially in a better position to activate his release clause of 58 million euros.
Paris Saint-Germain is also interested in Nico Williams. According to 'The Athletic', the French club has already explored the viability of his potential move to the Parc des Princes.
According to Sport, if the arrival of the Athletic Club player materializes, the signing of the attacking midfielder could only happen if there is a significant departure in the midfield or attack. Currently, no player is ready to leave Catalonia.
Ronald Koeman mentioned the potential transfer of Nico Williams to FC Barcelone. He acknowledged the club's interest in the player and commented on the importance of respecting club legends over fighting for new players.
Bad news for Barcelona in the Nico Williams case.
Nico Williams has become an object of desire for many teams due to his elevated market value.
Nico Williams is still on everyone's lips. The Athletic winger, who renewed his contract with the Basque team last December, is drawing all the attention at the Euro and several clubs are interested in him. Barça, which wants to strengthen the left-wing position, would look favorably on a deal if they finally manage to enter the 1:1 rule. But as reported by Sport, Athletic is not willing to negotiate with the Catalan team and refers to the release clause. In recent days, it was mentioned that Barça wanted to pay the total amount in several installments, something that Bilbao will not accept either.
Nico Williams is also well positioned as an option for Barça if Raphinha leaves. He is younger compared to Luis Díaz.
Rivaldo affirmed that the transfer of Nico Williams to Barça would be an excellent recruit.
Barça also shows interest in signing Nico Williams.
FC Barcelone is interested in signing Nico Williams.
Nico Williams, who has a clause of 50 million euros, has had a strong season with 8 goals and 17 assists across all competitions with Athetic. The left winger is highly valued in Catalonia. Lamine Yamal expressed that he plays better in the presence of Nico Williams and playing with him allows for more one-on-one against the opponent.
Joan Laporta, the president of FC Barcelona, has announced that he wants a new winger for the next season. Deco, the club's sporting director, had ticked several names. Xavi preferred the profile of Nico Williams, who is fast and capable of creating imbalance at any moment. However, Deco believes that Nico Williams would need more space to showcase his skills, something that Barça's game rarely offers. Thus, Deco has set his sights on Luis Diaz instead.
Xavi from FC Barcelone is interested in Nico Williams from Athletic, but the transfer seems impossible due to financial constraints.
Nico Williams, the star player of Athletic, who renewed his contract last December until 2027, with a release clause of around 55 million euros, is a player on the rise. Athletic has stopped at least two clubs from opening negotiations. The Athletic club has not attended any of the requests nor has it received interest from Nico Williams to do so. The player had the option of going to Aston Villa last summer, which proposed to pay his release clause and double his salary in Bilbao, but he discarded that door. Recently, Nico has been linked with Barcelona, but that route is now impossible because Barcelona is not in a position to pay the clause.
Nico Williams is another player that Barça is interested in, but currently, it seems to remain a distant desire.
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