Williams, 22, is expected to obtain a high level transfer in the next summer window and Arsenal is ready to fight for his signature while they are looking to strengthen Mikel Arteta's attack line.
The Gunners were strongly linked to Williams last summer, after his immense form with Spain at Euro 2024, although he chose to snub a significant transfer interest in order to stay at the Athletic Club.
However, the 22 -year -old was approached to finally leave San Mames this year and Footballtransfers understands that Pressure Pressure to finalize an agreement in order to improve the offensive options of the club.
Barcelona was to compete with Arsenal for the potential signature of Williams, but the Catalans turned their attention to the conclusion of a surprise agreement for Gabriel Martinelli, according to Fichajes.
Gabriel Martinelli in Barcelona?
There is a little more than two years in Martinelli on his current contract in Arsenal, but the Gunners would be ready to sell it this summer to raise funds for Williams.
In addition, Barcelona is ready to submit an offer of 45 million euros for the Brazilian striker, so that the Hansi Flick team could be forced to increase their offer if it wants to finalize an agreement later this year.
Martinelli has scored seven goals and provided four assists in 35 matches in all competitions so far this season, although it is unlikely that he usurpe Raphinha for a holder place at Camp Nou if he joins Barcelona this summer.
