Chelsea are reportedly in talks to sign Athletic Club star Nico Williams amidst interest from Arsenal and Real Madrid.
According to a report from Graeme Bailey on TBR Football, Chelsea have entered the race for the signature of Nico Williams. The Blues want to reinforce their attack ahead of next season amidst doubts over Jadon Sancho’s continuity, and the Athletic Club star is quite high on their wishlist.
Williams has made quite a name for himself with his consistent performances for club and country. After an impressive season last time out, the Spaniard was exceptional in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph. The 22-year-old has carried that form into the new season.
The Spanish international’s performances, along with his massive potential, have put him on the radar of quite a few top clubs. A move to Barcelona is his preference, and the Catalan giants do hold an interest in him. But signing a winger is not a priority for them, given the red-hot form of Raphinha.
As a result, Nico Williams seems to be open to a move to England, where Chelsea and Arsenal are both keen on his signature. The Gunners want more quality on the left flank, and they consider the Spanish winger an ideal fit for their project.
Chelsea keen on signing the Spanish sensation
Chelsea are also looking for more quality on the flanks as they consider not signing Jadon Sancho. While they have an obligation to buy, the Blues have can pay a fine to avoid the deal. With Sancho’s future uncertain and Mykhaolo Mudryk suspended, there is room for another winger in Enzo Maresca’s squad.
Nico Williams certainly fits their transfer policy as he is young and has massive potential. The Blues have already held talks with the player’s entourage as they look to strike a deal in the summer. They won’t have any trouble in triggering his release clause, which is just under £50 million.
Real Madrid are also keeping an eye on Nico Williams
However, his personal demands could cause a few problems as he is already on massive wages and will demand a fortune to move away from Spain. Apart from the Premier League clubs, Real Madrid are also keen on his signature, according to a report from Fichajes.
Los Blancos already have a lot of options on the left flank, but they are still interested in Nico Williams amidst uncertainty around Vinicius Junior’s future. While they are confident that the Brazilian will continue at the club, there is a slight possibility of him accepting a multi-million-dollar offer from Saudi Arabia.
As a result, the team in white want to be prepared for a situation where they might have to replace him. The UEFA Euro 2024 winner’s camp will surely welcome an ambitious project like Real Madrid.
