According to Sport journalist Toni Juanmarti, Athletic Club forward Nico Williams is considering a transfer to Barcelona. The 21-year-old has played a crucial role for Bilbao this season, featuring in 34 matches across all competitions, scoring seven goals and providing 16 assists.
Known for his versatility, Williams primarily plays on the left wing but can adapt to different positions in the attack. His arrival could greatly strengthen Barcelona’s squad, especially given their use of players like Joao Felix, Raphinha, and Fermin Lopez on the left side.
Williams’ efforts have been crucial in Athletic Bilbao’s pursuit of a top-four finish in La Liga. Currently in fifth place, they are six points behind Atletico Madrid with four matches left. Bilbao’s recent Copa del Rey victory has further fueled their hopes for a strong end to the season.
In other news, agent Jorge Mendes has suggested that Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez should consider a move to Barcelona, according to journalist Nicolas Saavedra. Despite Nunez’s £85 million transfer from Benfica to Liverpool in 2022, Mendes feels a new environment could be beneficial for the Uruguayan forward. While Liverpool values Nunez at €85 million, his departure seems possible, especially with Barcelona showing interest.
Nunez’s time at Liverpool has been disappointing despite his impressive statistics of 18 goals and 13 assists this season. His decision-making and composure in key moments have frustrated Liverpool fans. Mundo Deportivo recently noted Barcelona’s interest in Nunez, proposing that acquiring the 24-year-old could be a wise move for the club’s future, particularly as Robert Lewandowski nears the end of his career at 36. Nunez’s versatility in attack fits Barcelona’s tactical needs, providing both flexibility and depth to their forward options, which have seen significant rotation this season.
