Athletic Club coach Ernesto Valverde has reaffirmed his belief in the commitment of Spain star Nico Williams to the club, particularly in the face of interest from Barcelona. Despite reports linking Williams to the Catalan giants, Valverde remains confident that the 22-year-old winger is content at Athletic. Nico Williams recently earned a place in the
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The Euro 2024 tournament was filled with standout performances from lesser-known players who shone brighter than the marquee names. One such player was Giorgi Mamardashvili from Georgia, who showcased his talent with incredible saves that led his team to victory against Portugal. Mamardashvili’s performance caught the eye of big clubs and highlighted his potential for
The president of LaLiga, Javier Tebas, has indicated that Barcelona is on the brink of being able to afford the signing of Athletic Club winger Nico Williams. Despite Williams having a €58 million ($63.2m) release clause in his contract, Barcelona’s president Joan Laporta recently stated that the Catalan club has the financial means to secure
Athletic Club president Jon Uriarte has criticized the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF) for failing to protect Nico Williams from the constant speculation surrounding his future. Williams, a talented 21-year-old winger, has been the subject of numerous questions regarding a potential move to Barcelona while representing Spain at the European Championship. Uriarte emphasized the importance of
Barcelona president Joan Laporta recently declared that the club has the financial means to acquire the talented Spanish winger, Nico Williams from Athletic Club. Despite being over their LaLiga spending limit, Laporta expressed optimism that Barcelona will resolve their financial issues soon to facilitate new signings, including Williams. The 21-year-old’s release clause of approximately €58
The summer transfer window brings with it a flurry of rumors and speculations, and one of the latest buzz is that Barcelona is showing interest in Athletic Club and Spain winger Nico Williams. The 21-year-old has caught the eye of several clubs across Europe, but it is reported that Barcelona is among the front-runners in
The Valencia goalkeeper’s impressive performance in the Euro 2024 group stage has been undeniable. Making a record-breaking 11 stops in a single match against Czechia, he has proven himself as a standout player in his position and a vital part of his team’s success. Despite being only 23 years old and inexperienced in major tournaments,
In a closely contested match between Spain and Italy, a Riccardo Calafiori own goal ended up being the deciding factor, leading to Spain securing a victory with six points from two matches. The game showcased the talent of Spain’s exciting wingers Nico Williams and Lamine Yamal. It was Williams who provided the crucial assist that
In a recent development, Atlético Madrid successfully appealed a two-game partial stadium ban imposed by the Spanish Football Federation (RFEF). This ban was a result of racist abuse directed at Athletic Club player Nico Williams during a league game between the two sides. The Appeals Committee not only overturned the ban but also annulled the
In yet another unfortunate incident of racism in Spanish soccer, Atletico Madrid’s victory over Athletic Club was marred by despicable acts of discrimination. Spain forward Nico Williams experienced firsthand the ugly face of racism when he was subjected to taunts of “monkey” while taking a corner kick during the match at Metropolitano Stadium. Williams bravely