Arsenal and Chelsea’s chances to sign Nico Williams this summer might have just been significantly uplifted. The transfer decision by Athletic Bilbao maybe has such a great impact on the situation. Williams, a 21-year-old winger, is the subject of great media speculation that he is on his way to Premier League. He has already shown up in the La Liga, being involved in netting six goals and making 11 assists for his club.
In the December, trying to fight for the Champions League spot, Bilbao made a three-year contract extension with Williams. The club offered him an extension, and he will stay until 2027. Nevertheless, Arsenal and Chelsea have expressed their intentions to pursue him. The signing of the Braga winger, Alvaro Djalo, by Bilbao may potentially change the landscape. Fabrizio Romano alleges that the Spanish player is making his move to Bilbao.
The deal has been agreed between both clubs which allows the deal to be processes before the summer transfer window opens. The official announcement of this contract is slated by next week. It comprises of a pay of £12.8m in add-ons and £4.2m.
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What is the current speculation around Nico Williams in the transfer window?
According to the media, Arsenal have included Williams in their summer transfer wish list. The likes of Ivan Toney, Pedro Neto and Martin Zubimendi are on the radar as well as Mikel Arteta looks for players to offer competition to Bukayo Saka. Chelsea additionally has appeared to be intrigued. The club will most likely have gotten their scouts to watch the Bilbao academy graduate in action.
Express reports that Raheem Sterling might leave the team in the summer if Chelsea signs Athletic Club forward Nico Williams. The Blues had a quiet January transfer window but are now planning for the summer. They aim to strengthen their roster by adding top-quality players.
