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Nico Williams was the only name that resounded in Catalonia earlier this summer after Euro 2024.

The Basque winger was said to be the team’s top priority signing with all the club’s financial resources reserved for his operation.Brighton agree loan for Arsenal signing

Despite reportedly reaching an agreement with the player, however, the deal never progressed and the youngster was announced as Athletic Club’s next number 10 in what was a big blow to Joan Laporta’s transfer plans.

Nico talks BarcelonaFC Barcelona offical statement

Speaking to the media earlier this week, the Athletic Club star spoke about Barcelona’s interest in his signing for the first time and admitted that several clubs were interested in his signing this summer.

“Interest from Barça and other clubs? That’s my agent’s thing. Yes, there were many approaches with many clubs,” he said, as revealed by 365scores.

Adding information on his decision to stay at Athletic Club and revealing his future plans, Williams said.

“The Euros was a showcase but my heart is at Athletic Club and I wanted to stay here. Of course, no one knows what will happen in the future.”

A forgotten saga

While it was a big blow for Barcelona to miss out on their top transfer target, their flying start to the new season has helped fans write it off as a long-forgotten saga.Wolves’ move for Arsenal goalkeeper Ramsdale off

With four wins in four games, the Blaugrana are on cloud nine and the brand of football on the field is nothing short of inspirational.

With Raphinha, Dani Olmo and Lamine Yamal covering the spaces behind Robert Lewandowski, it almost appears as though the team never had any need for a new right winger.

As for Williams, a move to Barcelona even in the coming years appears complicated especially given that his release clause will see a bump up.