A complicated summer for Barça
FC Barcelona are facing difficulties this summer in signing new players that coach Hansi Flick has requested. Although the German coach’s transfer requests are not unreasonable, the situation is complicated when other teams are also interested in the same players. In this case, Chelsea has become a rival in the fight for the signing of Nico Williams, which could trigger an economic war between the two clubs.
The competition for Nico Williams
Although FC Barcelona is the main candidate to acquire the services of Nico Williams, Chelsea does not give up and continues in the fight. The price of the player ranges between 55 and 60 million euros, a figure that the English can pay without problems, while Barça is looking for options to reduce the cost of the transfer. In addition to the agreement with Athletic Club, the Catalan club must also negotiate with the player himself, and the offer that Enzo Maresca has presented is very attractive.
The outstanding extreme
Nico Williams, at only 21 years old, has become one of the best footballers in the world on the left wing. During the last season, he was Athletic Club’s most outstanding player, with 8 goals and 19 assists. His attractive and dangerous playing style has caught the attention of the world’s biggest clubs. In addition, his performance in the Eurocup has increased interest in him even more.
The decision between money and identity
Chelsea have presented a tempting offer for Nico Williams, offering him an annual salary of €20 million. However, the Spanish player is more inclined to join FC Barcelona. Although the money is attractive, Williams believes that Barça’s project is more solid and promising than the one he would find in England. He identifies with the Catalan club’s style of play and would be willing to charge less. The final decision has not yet been made and will depend on the conversations that take place once the Euro Cup is over.