Barça and Real Madrid fight over Nico Williams

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By: Manu Tournoux

Brother of Inaki Williams, young winger Nico Williams is a coveted player. It must be said that at the age of 21, the Spanish international is already a reference in his position in Spain. Lively, fast and impactful, the one who played 9 matches this season (1 goal, 4 assists) is a profile that many clubs desire. And his contractual situation is causing a lot of talk in Spain. Because his contract ends this summer and he still has not extended.

According to information from Sport, FC Barcelona wants to make it its priority this summer and therefore wants to jump at the opportunity. Contacts already exist with the player’s entourage. But the Blaugranas will have competition since Real Madrid are also closely monitoring the player. According to the Catalan daily, Nico Williams, although open to leaving, intends to extend his contract with Athletic, his training club, to allow them to receive a sum in the event of departure. The player does not want to leave on bad terms and wishes to respect his club. A low clause in a one-year extension could be signed in the coming months.