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Williams opens up on Barca transfer chaos and angry Athletic fans

Nico Williams had his car window smashed amid his Barcelona links, as his brother Inaki reveals the emotional toll of a summer full of transfer drama.

'Sheep!' - Athletic Club star blasts own fans over Williams treatment

Unai Simon slammed Athletic Club fans for their treatment of Nico Williams amid his failed attempt to join Barcelona in the summer.

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Williams to miss Arsenal clash as Athletic Club confirm injury

Nico Williams faces around three weeks out of action after the Athletic Club star suffered a muscle injury while on international duty with Spain.

Arteta quizzed on Arsenal's interest in Williams ahead of UCL tie

Mikel Arteta was asked about Arsenal’s summer interest in Nico Williams as he faced the press ahead of Tuesday’s Champions League opener against Athletic Club. The San Sebastian-born coach played down speculation over a potential move for the Spain international but admitted the winger is a “fantastic player” admired at both club and international level.

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Balotelli, Mainoo, Gakpo and the superstars lost to the Black Stars

In the third episode of The Black Stars Podcast, we examine how diaspora players impact Ghana's football ambitions and the broader issues of identity, preparation and infrastructure that influence their decisions.

Barca didn't want Williams as Deco says Rashford is a better fit

Barcelona sporting director Deco has taken aim at Athletic Club’s Nico Williams following the collapse of a summer transfer, revealing that it was the player’s agent who initiated contact rather than the Catalan club. While acknowledging Williams’ quality, Deco stressed that he was not the type of player Barcelona were looking for. Instead, the former midfielder expressed his admiration for Marcus Rashford, who ultimately arrived as the alternative signing.

‘Will definitely happen' - Barcelona confirm Messi tribute plan

Barcelona vice-president Elena Fort has confirmed that plans remain in place for a Lionel Messi tribute once Camp Nou renovations have been completed.

Ex-Barca president claims Rashford is better than Williams

Former Barcelona president Joan Gaspart has boldly claimed that Marcus Rashford is a better player than Nico Williams, in response to criticism of the club from the Athletic Club winger's brother Inaki. Williams snubbed a move to Barca in favour of signing a new long-term deal with Athletic Club, which paved the way for Rashford to join the Catalan side on loan from Manchester United.

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Williams explains why he snubbed Barcelona transfer

Nico Williams has finally opened up on why he chose to reject a transfer to Barcelona in favour of signing a new contract with Athletic Club. The Catalan giants were very close to signing the winger this summer, however, the 23-year-old eventually decided to stay in Bilbao as he committed to a new ten-year deal that will keep him at San Mames until 2035.

Williams' U-turn! Barca target signs 10-year contract with Athletic

Barcelona have been rejected for the second year running by Athletic Club's Nico Williams as the Spain international has signed a new deal with the Basque club. The 22-year-old seemed certain to move to the Catalan side this summer after weeks of rather talks between Barcelona and the player's camp. The Spanish winger has now signed a 10-year deal with Los Leones.

La Liga warns Barca of FFP rule ahead of Williams switch

Barcelona’s summer transfer plans have hit another roadblock as La Liga maintains their non-compliance with financial fair play regulations.

Bayern increase offer for Williams amid Barca transfer standstill

Bayern Munich are looking to pounce on the opportunity to lure Nico Williams to Bundesliga, amid lack of registration guarantees from Barcelona.

Williams demands guarantee from Barca amid fears of Olmo situation

Nico Williams has reportedly asked for a registration guarantee from Barcelona before completing his move from Athletic Club. The Blaugrana are closing in on a deal for the winger, with club president Joan Laporta already confirming that Barcelona will pay the player's €58 million (£49m/$67m) release clause. The Spaniard has also made up his mind to join the Catalan side.

Williams' mural in Bilbao vandalised AGAIN as Barca move turns toxic

In a fresh act of protest, the mural featuring Nico Williams in Bilbao has once again been desecrated, just hours after it had been lovingly restored. The backlash from certain Athletic Club fans has escalated as the Spain international edges closer to a transfer to rivals Barcelona, a move that has sparked visible anger among the Basque community.

Barca face vicious Athletic fightback over Williams chase

Athletic Club are set to report Barcelona to La Liga in an attempt to force a full financial audit as they bid to keep Nico Williams this summer.

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Rashford sweating on Barca's Williams chase - could return to United

Marcus Rashford is sweating on Barcelona's pursuit of Nico Williams and could return to Manchester United for pre-season.

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: Lamine Yamal plays as a right winger as he is a left-footed player who cuts in from the flank, although he is capable of playing as an attacking midfielder, too. He is a prolific creator and also possesses a keen eye for goal.
: Lamine Yamal was born in Esplugues de Llobregat, a municipality in the Barcelona metropolitan area, in Spain.
: Lamine Yamal currently wears the No. 19 jersey at Barcelona, which was worn by his idol Lionel Messi between 2005 and 2008.
: Lamine Yamal stands at 1.78m (5ft 10in). He loves taking on his opponents and is mature beyond his years, even though he's just 17.
: The record-breaking Lamine Yamal weighs 66kg (145 lbs).
: Lamine Yamal spent two years at local club La Torreta, before being scouted being Barcelona in 2014. The teenage sensation then joined the Catalans as a seven-year old and rose through the ranks before making his first-team debut in the 2022-23 season.
: No, Lamine Yamal does not have any children.
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