Farewell to Nico Williams
FC Barcelona’s hopes of signing Nico Williams were abruptly dashed by Athletic Club’s recent post on social media. The Basque club offered the promising Navarrese winger the iconic number ’10’ shirt, which was enthusiastically received by the player. ‘I’m looking forward to making history like Muniain,’ Williams said, making clear his desire to continue in Bilbao.
Deco Changes Strategy
Despite initial talks with Nico’s agent having been encouraging, the player has decided to remain at his current club. Faced with this situation, FC Barcelona have begun to explore new options, with Deco, their sporting director, leading the search.
Luis Diaz: The New Objective
Liverpool’s talented Colombian striker Luis Diaz has emerged as Deco’s leading candidate to reinforce the team’s left flank. According to sources close to the sporting director, Diaz has been on his list of priorities for a considerable time, especially after Nico’s outstanding performance at the Euros.
Advantages of signing Luis Diaz
Deco believes that Luis Diaz’s style of play is better suited to the needs of FC Barcelona. The Portuguese player appreciates the Colombian’s ability to break into tight spaces, a quality that will be essential in a team managed by Xavi. Furthermore, Diaz is believed to have a greater goal-scoring ability compared to Williams.
Player Interest
The first talks between Deco and Luis Díaz’s entourage took place several weeks ago, and the response was promising. It has been reported that the Colombian would be interested in joining Barça and sharing a dressing room with young talents such as Pedri and Gavi. Although Díaz feels comfortable at Liverpool, he has expressed his desire to play in the Spanish league.
Negotiation Opportunities
An additional advantage for FC Barcelona is that Liverpool do not consider Luis Díaz to be an untransferable player. Reports indicate that the English club would accept an offer of 60 million euros. In addition, there is the possibility of negotiating payment in instalments, something that could not be done in the case of Nico Williams.
Future Perspectives
With Nico Williams’ refusal, FC Barcelona’s focus has shifted to Luis Díaz as their preferred target. The club’s management is convinced that this operation is viable, as long as some financial transactions and player exits are made. The search for talent that fits Barça’s philosophy continues, and Luis Díaz could be the key to strengthening the team.
