Imminent deal with Nico Williams
FC Barcelona has reached an almost definitive understanding with Nico Williams, and is accelerating the timeline to announce his incorporation in a very short period of time. Joan Laporta and Deco are determined to make effective the payment of the player’s termination clause, which is set in his contract with Athletic Club de Bilbao, in the coming days, with the hope that his arrival in the preseason will not be seen affected by delays.
The focus on the future
From the Camp Nou facilities, the club’s management has decided to leave aside other signings that would require significant spending. The current priority is the arrival of the Spanish international, considered essential to reinforce the team’s attack. Nico Williams is expected to bring a notable increase in quality to the squad and will become one of the most relevant figures under the command of Hans-Dieter Flick.
Negotiations with Athletic Club de Bilbao
FC Barcelona has explored various avenues to reach an agreement with the Athletic Club board, even considering including Íñigo Martínez as part of the deal. However, from San Mamés they have made it clear that they are not contemplating negotiations for their most prominent players. Thus, the only option for Williams to change his scene is to pay the 58 million euro clause that releases his contract.
Commitment to the club
Barça is willing to assume the full cost of the clause, convinced that said outlay is justified. Furthermore, when compared with the amounts required to attract other footballers, such as Luís Díaz from Liverpool, the figure is presented as reasonable. Nico has already expressed his desire to join the Barça team, prioritizing his professional development over more lucrative offers.
Next steps for Nico Williams
Currently, only a significant unforeseen event could prevent Nico Williams from arriving at FC Barcelona. Everything indicates that he will be the first reinforcement of the summer for Hans-Dieter Flick, which has led the player to start searching for a new home in Castelldefels, where almost all of his future teammates reside.
An imminent presentation
His official presentation seems to be a matter of days, marking the beginning of a new stage for both Barça and Nico himself, who is excited to join his new club and join his friends such as Lamine Yamal, Fermín López, Alejandro Balde and Pedri González.
