The most recent Premier League news as Spanish powerhouse Barcelona is said to have reached a “agreement in principle” to sign Nico Williams, a target for Chelsea, Liverpool, and Newcastle United. As he gets ready to play in an exciting final versus England, the 21-year-old, who has been among the star performers at this summer’s European Championships in Germany, is only one game away from hoisting the historic trophy. According to Spanish publication Marca, the 27-time winners and Williams’ agent Felix Tainta were able to reach an agreement on the conditions of Williams’ individual contract. According to the site, although the specifics of the young player’s deal are unknown, the agreement represents a significant advancement and puts Barcelona in a strong position to recruit the player ahead of many elite European teams. Right now, Hansi Flick’s team wants to try to meet the winger’s release clause, which is estimated to be worth £46 million. Athletic Bilbao remains dedicated to keeping the player with them for the upcoming season, although they would not be able to stop him from leaving if the amount was met. During an interview with El Mati de Catalynya Radio (via Goal), Barcelona president Joan Laporta declared, “Obviously, I like him, and very much.” Now that we have the funds, we can sign Nico Williams. Nico is the kind of signee we can manage.
Williams’ prospective arrival at the Nou Camp would be devastating news for Atletico Madrid, Newcastle United, and Chelsea, three Premier League powerhouses that have been following the player’s development at Euro 2024 for the past month. The Athletic reports that the scouting networks of all three teams have been impressed with the players’ flair, creativity, and potential to have an impact on games against elite opponents during Euro 2024. All three clubs are in need of a right winger.
Williams has previously faced some of the top defenders in the world, including those from Italy, Croatia, Germany, and France. At the moment, Barcelona has players like Ferran Torres, Lamine Yamal, and Williams’ arrival and Raphinha’s abundance of alternatives may cause one of those players to go, though Yamal is unlikely to do so at this time given his outstanding performances for Spain and his potential to develop into one of the game’s greatest talents at just 16 years old.