Arsenal has launched a coordinated push to sign Athletic Bilbao’s inspiring winger Nico Williams as sports director Andrea Belta is reportedly ready to pay the £53 million release clause.
The 22-year-old Spanish International has emerged as a top target under Mikel Arteta, but the Gunners face competition with Bayern Munich to sign him.
According to Spanish news outlet sports (via sports witness), the player’s release clause is around £53 million, with the gunner indicating its intention to activate the clause.
Bilbao is aware of Arsenal’s progress and has already begun discussions to extend Williams’ contract, including a substantial salary increase.
Arsenal is confident in signing Nico Williams
Arsenal believes that the triggers of the rapid release clause will ensure trade. Gunners may consider negotiating terms that will satisfy Bilbao while remaining within the scope of their financial model.
While Arsenal leads the race, Bayern Munich hasn’t relaxed their interest. Several meetings were held between Nico’s agents and Max Ebel, Bayern sports director in Munich.
Bayern has a “two-face-to-face” approach, but is hampered by Williams’ wage demands.
Arsenal has long-term interest in the winning winger for the Euro 2024. He adds creativity to the left alongside Gabriel Martinelli and Leandro Torosad.
Gunners face competition between Bayern and Barcelona
Arsenal looks at Bayern’s countermaube and aims to seal off the deal that adds firepower to their offense, and their team is also looking to strengthen to challenge top honors next season.
The gunners are not only facing competition with Bayern Munich, but also with competition with Barcelona, where sports director Deco chased the Spanish winger.
The competition to sign Williams is intensifying, and despite Arsenal’s strong interest in the Spaniards, signing him could prove difficult.
Barcelona can offer Williams changes to play with players from the Spanish national team, such as Lamin Yamal and Pedri, which will allow players to turn the heads.
Arsenal has advantages in pursuing a 27-year-old due to the terms of his contract
