Athletic Club’s forward, Nico Williams, is reportedly interested in a transfer to Barcelona, according to Sport journalist Toni Juanmarti. The 21-year-old has been a crucial player for Bilbao this season, featuring in 34 matches across all competitions and contributing seven goals and 16 assists. Known for his adaptability, Williams mainly plays on the left wing but can also fill various attacking roles. His potential move could enhance Barcelona’s squad, considering their use of multiple players such as Joao Felix, Raphinha, and Fermin Lopez on the left side.
Williams has played a key role in Athletic Bilbao’s pursuit of a top-four finish in La Liga. They are currently fifth, six points behind Atletico Madrid with four games left. Bilbao’s victory in the Copa del Rey has also raised their hopes for a strong end to the season.
In another development, agent Jorge Mendes has suggested to Liverpool’s Darwin Nunez that he should think about joining Barcelona, according to journalist Nicolas Saavedra. Although Nunez was transferred from Benfica to Liverpool for £85 million in 2022, Mendes believes a move could benefit the Uruguayan forward, whom he holds in high regard. Despite Liverpool’s valuation of Nunez at €85 million, his transfer seems possible, especially with Barcelona’s interest.
Nunez’s performance at Liverpool has been lackluster despite his impressive statistics of 18 goals and 13 assists this season. His decision-making and composure in key moments have been a source of frustration for Liverpool fans. Mundo Deportivo recently noted Barcelona’s interest in Nunez, suggesting that acquiring the 24-year-old could be a smart investment for the club’s future, particularly with Robert Lewandowski nearing the end of his career at 36. Nunez’s versatility in the forward positions aligns with Barcelona’s tactical needs, providing flexibility and depth to their attack, which has seen considerable changes throughout the season.
