Barcelona plans to sign Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams during the summer transfer window. The Spanish club wants to strengthen its team under coach Hans Flick. Barcelona tried to recruit Williams after the European Championship ended but failed because of money problems. The Catalan team's financial situation has improved since that time. Williams has become a target for Barcelona again as summer approaches.
Sports journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that Williams and his representative contacted Athletic Bilbao management. They told club officials that the player wants to join Barcelona. The Spanish winger and Barcelona have already agreed on contract terms through summer 2031. The two clubs must still reach an agreement about the transfer fee. Athletic Bilbao demands the complete buyout clause payment of 58 million euros.
The Basque club refuses to accept payment plans or installments for Williams. Barcelona must pay the entire amount at once to complete the deal. Reports suggest the Catalan club may act early next month to trigger the release clause. The transfer could become official if Barcelona pays the required sum. Williams would join Barcelona's roster for the upcoming season under these terms.
Sports journalist Fabrizio Romano reports that Williams and his representative contacted Athletic Bilbao management. They told club officials that the player wants to join Barcelona. The Spanish winger and Barcelona have already agreed on contract terms through summer 2031. The two clubs must still reach an agreement about the transfer fee. Athletic Bilbao demands the complete buyout clause payment of 58 million euros.
The Basque club refuses to accept payment plans or installments for Williams. Barcelona must pay the entire amount at once to complete the deal. Reports suggest the Catalan club may act early next month to trigger the release clause. The transfer could become official if Barcelona pays the required sum. Williams would join Barcelona's roster for the upcoming season under these terms.
