One of the most discussed topics in Spanish football in recent years has been the potential transfer of Nico Williams to Barcelona. In the summer of 2025, there were serious reports of an official offer from the Catalans, and the football community was actively discussing the winger's future.
However, all the rumors were put to an end:
Williams demonstrated absolute loyalty to the club by extending his contract with Athletic Bilbao until 2035.
"Athletic and Bilbao - Life for Me"
The player himself spoke about the new deal as follows:
"Athletic and Bilbao are the meaning of everything for me. Here I matured as a person and became a professional footballer. Through this club, I learned to work, to be humble, and to feel the value of family."
Nico is valued not only as the team's leader but also as a player who embodies the culture and spirit of the city of Bilbao. Despite offers from big clubs, he chose not to go the way others dreamed of, but to stay in the team he felt in his heart.
Playing this season
Winger made 11 appearances in all competitions this season,
- scored 2 goals,
- 2 assists.
At the same time, his tactical influence on the team, enthusiasm, and leadership qualities also remain one of Athletic's main pillars.
Result rust: loyalty still exists
In short, Williams once again demonstrated that even in the era of money and superclubs, loyalty and love can prevail both on and off the field.
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