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Barcelona Push To Sign Nico Williams: Hansi Flick Determined To Bring The Spaniard
Barcelona are in advanced talks to sign Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams, with club officials exploring how to pay his release clause. With interest from Bayern and Arsenal, Williams reportedly prefers a move to Barça, where he could reunite with close friend Lamine Yamal.
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FC Barcelona is actively working to sign Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams, with club officials in talks with La Liga to determine the best way to pay his release clause, per multiple outlets. According to multiple reports, including those from Spanish outlets like Jijantes and Relevo, the Catalan side is confident it has the financial capacity to complete the deal.
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FC Barcelona is actively working to sign Nico Williams
As reported by Fabrizio Romano on Monday, the Athletic player has already made it clear that his priority is to join Barcelona. This would have made the Culer board return to that option, although, in principle, they must see if the operation is economically viable.
Manager Hansi Flick is reportedly supportive of the move, and the club greatly appreciates Williams’ openness to joining Barcelona. The 21-year-old winger, who impressed with Spain in recent international tournaments, has been one of the most sought-after talents in La Liga.
While the financial details are still being finalized, the clear message from sources close to the club is that Nico Williams
is a priority signing. His potential arrival would add both speed and creativity to a Barça squad looking to rebound strongly in the 2025–26 season.
German giants Bayern have held few meetings with Williams’s team
German giants Bayern have held few meetings with Williams’s team. Premier League club Arsenal, who are desperately looking for a left winger, are also interested along with Barcelona. But here’s where it gets interesting, for Bayern and Arsenal, the wage demands from the player are a major stumbling block.
For Williams and Barca, the signing makes a lot of sense. The 22-year-old knows the league; he already has enough chemistry with the Spanish players in Barcelona, and here’s the crucial part, he’s Lamine Yamal’s best friend. Imagine Yamal and Williams bamboozling opposition full-backs for Barcelona just like they have done for Spain in the Euros. That partnership alone could be worth the transfer fee.
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