With UEFA Euro 2024 now concluded, the transfer market is set to heat up, and Nico Williams from Athletic Club is one player attracting a lot of attention.
Recently, a report from CaughtOffside highlighted that Williams has become a target for several top clubs. Among those showing interest are Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham, Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain.
This week, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano reported that Barcelona is preparing to start talks with Williams’ representatives. The salary structure will be a key focus of these discussions.
Barcelona’s new manager, Hansi Flick, has identified the Euro 2024 winner as a priority target for this summer. Timing will be critical, especially with Premier League clubs also showing interest.
One of the Premier League clubs looking to edge out the competition is Aston Villa as TEAMtalk reports that the English side are preparing to compete with Chelsea and Barcelona for Williams.
The 22-year-old is viewed as the ideal player to replace Moussa Diaby, who is potentially heading to Saudi Arabia. Williams won’t come cheap as he reportedly has a release clause of €58 million.
🚨 Aston Villa are preparing to compete with Chelsea and Barcelona for Nico Williams.
He is viewed as the ideal player to replace Moussa Diaby, who is Saudi-bound.
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William played 37 matches across all competitions last season for Athletic Club, scoring nine goals and registering 19 assists.
