Crucial Details for Barça
Before Fútbol Club Barcelona can make the incorporation of Nico Williams official, certain important aspects remain pending that must be resolved. Firstly, the club must pay the amount of 58 million euros established in the termination clause with Athletic Club de Bilbao. The latter, faithful to his philosophy of not transferring his talents, has shown resistance to negotiating around his star player. For now, Joan Laporta faces the challenge of raising the necessary funds to carry out this operation.
An Agreement in Process
The understanding with the young 22-year-old footballer is not completely sealed, although a verbal agreement was reached. Nico has decided to reject proposals from other clubs with the aim of joining the project led by Hans-Dieter Flick. However, it is essential that the terms of his contract be defined. Williams, as a Spanish international player, is looking for a competitive salary, in line with his potential and role within the Camp Nou.
Player Salary Expectations
Initially, the footballer would be willing to receive approximately eight million euros net per year. However, his expectation is that this figure will rise as his career develops, reaching almost 25 million at the end of his contract. The proposal contemplates a duration of six years, extending until 2030, when the player will be 28 years old. His aspiration is to position himself as one of the highest-paid athletes on the team, thus compensating for the possible financial sacrifice after declining offers from other clubs.
Competition Increases
Various teams are interested in Nico, and one of the most notable is Chelsea, which claims to make him one of the highest-paid players in the Premier League since his incorporation. However, Iñaki Williams’ younger brother prefers to continue competing in La Liga EA Sports and wear the colors of Barça, where he has the opportunity to play alongside several friends and secure his place in the starting eleven under the instructions of Hansi .
An uncertain future
Despite the calm that Laporta and Deco seem to show, who believe that Nico Williams will arrive at the club soon, they still have to address certain financial aspects to close the deal. Over the last few hours, it has been rumored that Paris Saint-Germain has intensified its interest in the player, trying to prevent his arrival at Barça, especially now that Kylian Mbappé has been announced as Real Madrid’s new signing. Both Deco and Laporta must satisfy the young footballer’s demands to minimize the possibility of unexpected changes in the negotiation.