Arsenal are very highly interested to sign Athletic Club winger Nico Williams. They have been joined by many clubs in the race. But now, the Gunners seem to have a clear path to sign the 22 year old in January.
Nico Williams has been one of the best young wingers in the world. He caught attention of Gunners in the Euro 2024 when he helped Spain to lift the major title. But, Arsenal were unable to complete the deal this summer.
Gunners are very likely to sign a winger next year. They are planning to sign an upgrade over Martinelli and Trossard who have not been at their best. Nico Williams is still on their radar despite the high competition to sign him.
The second heavily linked club with 22 year old is FC Barcelona. The Spanish giants are keen to pair Lamine Yamal with Nico Williams. But now, they have experienced a setback in his pursuit which will be a boost for Gunners.
Arsenal to have clear path in pursuit of Nico Williams
As per Mundo Deportivo, Barca will struggle to register Dani Olmo for the second half of the season. It is due to strict salary rules of La Liga. This suggests that it will be nearly impossible for them to sign yet another star in January.
Gunners will look at this situation as a huge boost in pursuit of Williams. They will now have a clear go at 22 year old who is very likely to move away from Athletic Club next year. Earlier, Gunners were not interested to make any major signing in January. But now that has changed.
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta said recently that transfer window gives them opportunity to strengthen their team. This gives a little hope that Gunners may still go after Nico Williams although a mid-season deal for such an important player is often hard to end in success.
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