Nico Williams was one of the hottest names in transfer rumors this past summer, attracting interest from top clubs like Chelsea, Liverpool, Manchester City, Manchester United, Tottenham, Barcelona, and Paris Saint-Germain.
Following a standout 2023-24 season, where he featured in 37 matches and played a key role in Athletic Club’s 2024 Copa del Rey triumph, Williams also made a significant impact in Spain’s UEFA Euro 2024 victory in Germany.
This season, the forward has continued to impress, scoring twice and providing three assists in 16 appearances across all competitions for Athletic Club.
According to SPORT, Athletic Club is eager to secure a contract extension for Williams amid ongoing interest from European giants. Barcelona remains in the mix but may only pursue a move if his release clause stays at €60 million.
Manchester City urged to secure Nico Williams
Rodri has encouraged Manchester City to sign his Spain teammate, noting that the Athletic Club star would have no problem adjusting to the English weather.
“Right now, I would take him to [Manchester] City, without a doubt, so that he feels the cold of Manchester, well it’s similar to Bilbao,” Rodri said (h/t GOAL).
With Williams likely to be in the transfer rumor mill again in 2025, The Athletic’s David Ornstein provided the latest information on the Athletic Club standout.
“Williams earns a high salary but the clause is fairly low for a player of this level, so it is probable he will move in 2025 — the bigger question is whether it will be in January or at the end of the season.
“He would prefer not to move in the winter market but you never know. Either way, the likes of Arsenal, Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Liverpool and Tottenham Hotspur are among those who hold a long-standing admiration.”