Nico Williams is having a spectacular season at Athletic. At just 22 years old, he is already considered one of the best wingers on the planet. His speed, dribbling, and ability to unbalance have placed him in the elite of European soccer.
His talent has sparked the interest of several top-tier institutions. There is no defense that can stop him when he starts from the wing. Every week he leaves plays that confirm his definitive leap to the top.
Barça hasn't lost sight of him since last summer
Barça already attempted to sign him last summer, but economic conditions complicated it. Deco and Laporta dream of seeing him at Montjuïc next season. This time they are determined to make a serious offer for him.
However, in the last few hours, he has received a call that could change everything. Meanwhile, the culés are crunching numbers, others have already made a move. Nico listens to proposals calmly, but some have made him doubt.
Europe's biggest clubs after Nico Williams
Arsenal is looking for a profile like his to strengthen their attack for the next season. Bayern Munich also considers him a priority in case of departures in the summer. Liverpool sees him as the ideal replacement if Salah leaves.
But the most surprising interest doesn't come from Germany or England. It comes directly from LaLiga and has left more than one speechless. If it materializes, it could be a severe blow for Barça.
Nico Williams enters Real Madrid's orbit
Real Madrid is seriously considering signing him as a possible replacement for Vinícius Júnior. The Brazilian star is on the way out, and his future is increasingly distant from Bernabéu. In that scenario, Florentino has thought of Nico as the heir to the left wing.
The call from the capital has completely changed the landscape. For Nico, wearing white would be a significant decision and hard to refuse. For Barça, a true nightmare.
Florentino gets ahead of Laporta and studies his clause
Real Madrid is willing to pay the 58 million that his release clause stipulates. They consider it a smart and necessary investment if Vinícius leaves. His profile fits perfectly with the style that Ancelotti or his possible successor wants to maintain.
In parallel, Barça is moving to close a deal before it's too late. Flick also wants him and has given the green light to the operation. But they know the room for maneuver is very limited.
Summer promises to be intense in the offices
Nico Williams's future is hanging in the air, and everything points to an unexpected outcome. His representatives are listening to everyone, but the final decision will be his. He has a contract with Athletic, but the temptations are many.
No one at Can Barça wants to relive a story like Bellingham or Endrick. Nico is an absolute priority, but now the threat is internal. Real Madrid has entered the scene, and everything can change in a matter of days.