Arsenal are one of several teams interested in signing the Spain international this year following his starring role in La Liga and Euro 2024 last summer. The Gunners are reportedly ready to match the winger’s release clause in a bid to sign him this month, while Barcelona and Bayern Munich are also said to be in pursuit.
However, convincing the 22-year-old to leave the Basque club in favor of a move to north London is a complicated task for the Gunners, as The Mirror reports he will demand high wages to ensure he is one of the highest paid players in Europe. Due to tax differences between Bilbao and England, the Premier League side may have to offer more than £300,000 a week to meet their demands.
Arsenal know what to expect
Williams started again this season with Athletic Club and scored two goals and five assists in La Liga and the Europa League, propelling his team to fourth place in the Spanish top division and second place in the competition continental.
A move during the January transfer window seems unlikely for Williams, but he could opt to swap his current side for one capable of challenging for the league and European titles this summer.
