Nico Williams Turns Down Barcelona, Signs New Deal with Athletic Club Until 2035.
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Nico Williams Turns Down Barcelona, Signs New Deal with Athletic Club Until 2035.
Nico Williams has ended speculation about a possible move to FC Barcelona by signing a new long-term contract with Athletic Club, committing to the Basque side until 2035.
The 22-year-old winger was strongly linked with a transfer to Barcelona, who were reportedly ready to pay his €62 million release clause. Though a six-year deal had reportedly been agreed, talks broke down over concerns regarding Nico’s registration in La Liga—something Barcelona refused to guarantee in writing.
Despite expectations that the transfer would still go through, Nico ultimately chose to stay at Athletic, signing a ten-year extension.
In a video released by the club, Nico explained his decision: “When making decisions, you have to follow your heart. I’m where I want to be, with my people. This is home. Aupa Athletic!”
This move came as a surprise, especially since reports earlier this year indicated that Nico had re-engaged Barcelona through his agent after initial talks fell through.
Athletic Club confirmed the new agreement in a statement, noting that his previous contract, which was set to expire in 2027, has now been extended by eight years. The club also revealed that his release clause has been increased by over 50%, now estimated to be between €95 and €100 million.
In celebrating the renewal, the club playfully referenced the tug-of-war with Barcelona, describing Nico’s decision as a major win for the club: “His commitment, despite lucrative offers, is a major victory for Athletic. A true Athletic WIN—Williams, Inaki, and Nico.” The term #AthleticWIN featured prominently in the club’s announcement on social media.
With this renewed deal, Nico Williams remains central to Athletic Club’s long-term plans—secured by a bold, record-setting contract.
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Content & Editorial Manager - Leads the creation, review, and publication of high-quality news and media content. She ensures that all editorial work reflects the organization’s standards of accuracy, professionalism, and relevance, while also engaging and informing the audience.
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