Chelsea are all set to make an early move for Athletic Club star Nico Williams as they look to beat the competition to his signature.
According to a report by Football Insider, Chelsea are keen on reinforcing their attack ahead of next season, and they have their eyes set on Athletic Club sensation Nico Williams. The 21-year-old winger has attracted a lot of attention on the back of his impressive performances, and the Blues are looking to win the race to his signatures by making an early move.
Nico Williams and his rise at Athletic club
Williams has been a part of the Athletic Club setup since his childhood days. He has come up the ranks at some pace. The 21-year-old made it to their first team in the summer of 2021 and has since gone from strength to strength.
His performances over the past few seasons have helped him cement his spot in the Spanish national team. In the ongoing season, he has featured in a total of 30 matches and has contributed towards 20 goals. Williams has 14 assists to his name and has found the back of the net on six occasions.
The Spaniard recently helped the Basque outfit end their 40-year silverware drought as they won the Copa del Rey. While he did pen down a contract extension towards the end of last year and his contract runs until the summer of 2027, he could be on his way to an even bigger club in the upcoming summer transfer window.
There is a €50 million release clause in his deal that could prove to be a bargain price for an interested club given the kind of potential he has. Williams is amongst the best wingers in La Liga despite being only 21, and he is capable enough to feature on either flank. His recent performances, and his huge potential are why Chelsea are keen on having him at Stamford Bridge starting next season.
Chelsea to push for a pre-window deal for Williams
Despite having spent a fortune on player transfers, the Blues have not been able to deliver the kind of performances one expects from them. As a result, they will once again push for new signings in the summer and reinforcing their attack is a priority for them.
They have scouted Nico Williams throughout the ongoing campaign and believe he is an ideal fit for the club. He is only 21 which means he could be a great long-term acquisition for them. The Blues are planning to strike a deal with the Spanish club before the start of the window to beat the competition to his signatures.
Multiple top clubs from across Europe want him, and Chelsea are aware of the situation. That is why they are pushing for a pre-window deal for the Spanish international.
