Nico Williams: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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Arsenal has several players on their shopping list ahead of the summer transfer window, but not all of them should be pursued further. There are only a few weeks to make signings, and Arsenal should not waste them chasing players who are unlikely to join.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / April 21

Journalist reveals 'that one issue' which could see Arsenal miss out on 22-year-old target

Arsenal are interested in signing the Athletic Club Bilbao attacker Nico Williams at the end of the season. The 22-year-old has been linked with a move to the Premier League heavily in recent months, and it will be interesting to see if Arsenal can get the deal done.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 20

Arsenal target deals them a blow after making Champions League admission

Arsenal have maintained hope of securing the signature of Nico Williams at the end of the current season, viewing the highly rated winger as an ideal addition to strengthen their attacking options.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / April 20

Arsenal transfer target Nico Williams clears his future with Champions League ambition

Arsenal’s chances of signing Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams have been dealt a major blow. The Spaniard, who was part of Spain’s Euro 2024 winning team last year, has caught the attention of Arsenal and some other big clubs with his consistent performances for his club and country.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / April 19

Nico Wiliams’ ‘Old Trafford dream’ and Champions League promise to Athletic Club

Nico Williams has dropped a hint over staying at Athletic Club beyond this summer if they qualify for the UEFA Champions League. Williams netted the second goal in Athletic Club’s 2-0 Europa League quarter final second-leg win over Rangers to set up a last four showdown with Manchester United.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / April 18

'I’m 22, all that noise affects you' – Nico Williams opens up on Barcelona speculation

Athletic Club winger Nico Williams has admitted that transfer speculation over a move to Barcelona had an impact on his form earlier in the season. The 22-year-old winger is once again set to be a top target for European clubs seeking a pacy wide player this summer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 18

Boost for Arsenal as Barcelona abandon pursuit of sought-after star

Arsenal have reportedly been given a timely boost in their pursuit of Nico Williams ahead of the summer transfer window. The club have long admired the Athletic Bilbao winger, with interest dating back to the previous summer.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / April 17

Premier League alternatives to Nico Williams for Arsenal to sign

Arsenal are interested in signing Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao at the end of the current season, but they are not alone in their admiration for the talented winger.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 15

Arsenal target sets a deadline for those who want to sign him

Nico Williams is reportedly aware of Arsenal’s interest in securing his signature, although the Gunners are not the only side hoping to lure the talented attacker away from Athletic Bilbao.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 15

Barcelona make major transfer call – Arsenal front and centre in race

Barcelona look as if they will again be hostage to their salary limit situation this summer, but even if they do have funds from the lease of their 475 VIP seats, they will not make major moves.

Soccer News / Football Espana / April 14

Nico Williams sets deadline for decision on his future amid Arsenal and Barcelona links

Athletic Club winger Nico Williams was the subject of the biggest transfer saga in Spain last summer, with Barcelona pursuing him vehemently for a number of weeks.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 10

Arsenal set to suffer blow in fresh bid for coveted La Liga ace

Nico Williams is a player who has long captured the attention of Arsenal fans, as the club has been closely following him for an extended period. The Spanish winger has been in exceptional form over the past few seasons, consistently delivering standout performances whenever he takes to the field.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 8

Barcelona reignite interest in Spanish star who Andrea Berta is already talking to

Arsenal is eager to finally secure the signing of Nico Williams after their attempt to do so at the start of this season fell through, despite his excellent form for Spain at Euro 2024.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / April 8

Barcelona will open talks with €60m Arsenal target ‘shortly’

Barcelona spent much of last summer pursuing Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, before the Basque winger decided to stay in Bilbao this season. However he has been closely linked with an exit again this summer, and in particular with Arsenal, but the Blaugrana still intend to test the waters with Williams this summer.

Soccer News / Just Arsenal / April 4

Arsenal now knows how much key target will cost Arsenal in wages

Arsenal and other suitors vying for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams face a significant financial obstacle this summer, with the Spanish international’s salary expectations set to eclipse current top earners at several elite sides.

Athletic Bilbao News / Last Word On Sports / April 4

Arsenal Expect Stiff Competition for £48.4 Million Winger Following Initial Talks

Arsenal are likely to strengthen their squad in the 2025 summer transfer window following the arrival of a new sporting director in Andrea Barta. There is now an interesting update on their desire to make a move for Spanish winger Nico Williams.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / April 4

16-G/A this season: Arsenal ready to pay full release clause for £170k-a-week target

Arsenal are looking to improve their attacking unit with the signing of the Athletic Club Bilbao attacker Nico Williams at the end of the season. The 22-year-old has established himself as one of the best attackers in La Liga, and he has been outstanding for his country in recent months as well.

Athletic Bilbao News / Football Espana / April 4

Arsenal prepare club record Nico Williams offer to break transfer deadlock

Arsenal are prepared to make a bold move to wrap up a summer transfer swoop for Athletic Club star Nico Williams. The Spain international was openly pursued by Barcelona last summer following his UEFA Euro 2024 title win with La Roja.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / April 3

Andrea Berta convinced Arsenal are in pole position for world class attacker transfer following talks

Arsenal director Andrea Berta reportedly left a meeting with Nico Williams’ representatives with the feeling that his club are in pole position to sign the Athletic Bilbao winger.

Soccer News / Caught Offside / April 2

Andrea Berta meets with agent of €58m Arsenal transfer target

Arsenal are preparing for a major assault on the market in the summer, with a new midfielder, winger and striker wanted by head coach Mikel Arteta. New sporting director Andrea Berta has been tasked with fulfilling the Spaniard’s needs, and he has got to work on this in recent weeks.

Athletic Bilbao News / Caught Offside / March 21

Report: Premier League club named as favourites for Nico Williams

Arsenal are in a prime position to secure the signing of Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, with personal terms and wages reportedly not posing any obstacles for the Gunners.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / March 17

Spurs linked with Atlético Bilbao star, but surely it’s rather a long shot, at this stage? – opinion

There was a report in Fichajes.net towards the end of the recent winter window, suggesting Spurs were preparing a bid to entice Nico Williams to join from Atlético Bilbao.

Soccer News / the Boy Hotspur / February 18

Tottenham join Premier League rivals in making an offer for La Liga star with 25 goals & 32 assists

Tottenham are preparing for a busy summer transfer window, with Athletic Bilbao’s exciting winger Nico Williams emerging as a top target. After a challenging Premier League campaign, Spurs are eager to strengthen their attacking options, and Williams could provide the flair and creativity they’ve been missing.

Soccer News / Chelsea News / January 9

'Chelsea maintain' – David Ornstein speaks on Premier League interest in Nico Williams

The Athletic’s chief transfer reporter David Ornstein has been speaking on Premier League interest coming in for winger Nico Williams this month. A move still does seem unlikely for this month, but at the moment and how this window has gone so far in terms of mad transfer rumours, you can never write anything off right now.