Barca come back again as 'approach planned' for 28-year-old Williams alternative
Barcelona reportedly plan to make a fresh approach for a Liverpool forward following Nico Williams's incredible 10-year contract extension at...
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The weekend is here... Paris Saint-Germain's Bradley Barcola...Athletic Bilbao's Nico...
Barcelona’s stance on signing Marcus Rashford after Nico Williams transfer fail
Marcus Rashford wants to move to Barcelona – but do they want him (Photo: Getty)
After missing out on Nico Williams, Barcelona are still...
Barcelona “shocked and angry” after Nico Williams snub
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The winger has rejected Barça for the second straight summer, and the club is not happy The Saga of...
Massive transfer update! Nico Williams rejects Barcelona, stays with Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao announced on Friday that Spain forward Nico Williams had extended his contract to 2035 with an increased release clause, warding...
Arsenal learn new Nico Williams release clause after Barcelona transfer falls through
Nico Williams has signed a new long-term contract (Picture: Getty)
Nico Williams appears to have ended speculations surrounding his future after...
Nico Williams spurns Bayern Munich, FC Barcelona in favor of new deal with Athletic Bilbao
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That was a lot of time… According to a report from Sky Germany journalist Florian Plettenberg, Nico Williams...
Transfer latest: Nico Williams signs eight-year contract extension at Athletic Bilbao
Arsenal had held talks with forward this summerJonathan David poised to join Juventus from LilleArsenal's hopes of one day signing Nico Williams...
Williams extends with Bilbao until 2035 after Barcelona move collapses
Nico Williams has signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao to run until 2035, after his prospective move to Barcelona broke down over the...
Report: Bayern Munich among teams eyeing Real Madrid star Rodrygo
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Well, well, well... Bayern Munich has kicked the tires on several wingers this summer and has, well,...
Marcus Rashford handed major transfer boost as Euro 2024 winner makes shock call on future
Nico Williams has signed a new long-term contract at Athletic Bilbao and it could spark a Barcelona switch for Marcus Rashford.
Bilbao announced on...
Marcus Rashford to report for Man United training but still likely to leave
The forward has attracted interest from Barcelona, who could make move for 27-year-old after Spanish club’s main target Nico Williams signed...
Barcelona’s financial struggles keep Arsenal’s chance of signing Williams alive
Arsenal remain strongly interested in signing Nico Williams, despite the winger’s declared preference for a move to Barcelona. The Athletic Bilbao...
"I'm where I want to be" - Williams signs spectacular new deal at Athletic
Nico Williams signs a new contract with Athletic Bilbao until the summer of 2035, ending Barcelona's hopes of signing him.
Nico Williams signs SHOCK new Athletic Bilbao deal - in major blow to Barcelona - with new release clause revealed
Nico Williams has signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao despite having been heavily linked with Barcelona.
Nico Williams commits to Athletic Bilbao until 2035 in major statement of loyalty
Nico Williams has chosen stability and sentiment over summer transfer drama by signing a new deal with Athletic Club that runs until June 30,...
Two Bilbao supporters given Spanish stadium ban after attack on Rangers faithful
Two Athletic Bilbao fans have been banned from Spanish sports stadiums for a year and fined £5,000 for attacking Rangers supporters.
Barcelona 'are dealt major hurdles' in bid to sign Nico Williams - with European giants 'waiting in the wings' to sign him from under LaLiga champions' noses
Williams, 22, has pushed for a move away from Athletic Bilbao this summer with Bayern Munich and Arsenal also reported to have been interested in...
As of today, FC Barcelona can't register Bayern Munich transfer target Nico Williams
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Can Bayern Munich convince the winger to move to Germany? If this an opening for Bayern Munich?
Sky...
FC Barcelona News: 2 July 2025
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A round-up of the latest Barcelona news and rumors Clásicos against Real Madrid in the 2025/26 league...
"As of today, Barcelona cannot register him" - LaLiga chief Javier Tebas claims Catalan club won't be able to register top target if they sign him
LaLiga president Javier Tebas has confirmed that Barcelona will not be able to register Nico Williams even if they activate the release clause in...
Kepa Arrizabalaga sends message to Arsenal teammate David Raya after completing transfer from Chelsea
Kepa Arrizabalaga has completed his move from Chelsea to Arsenal (Picture: Getty)
Kepa Arrizabalaga has warned his new teammate David Raya that he...
Transfer latest: Arteta hails £5m Arrizabalaga, West Ham push for Slavia defender Diouf
Arsenal manager says signing from Chelsea a perfect fitHammers face battle to get left-back rated at about £20mMikel Arteta has said Arsenal will...
Official: Arsenal sign Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea
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Well, bye! Arsenal have completed the signing of Kepa Arrizabalaga from Chelsea, with the...
Arsenal handed lifeline in pursuit of long-term Winger target
Arsenal have been handed a potential lifeline in their long-standing pursuit of Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams. This development comes as the...
Barca's 'concern and displeasure' hands Arsenal massive Williams lifeline
Barcelona's proposed move for Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams reportedly stalls due to 'excessive demands' made from the player's agents over...
Bayern Munich 'are eyeing up swoop for Liverpool forward Luis Diaz after European giant saw bid rejected' - as star makes admission over his future
The Bundesliga giants have shortlisted Diaz as they look to strengthen at left wing, alongside PSG's Bradley Barcola and Athletic Bilbao's Nico...
Nico Williams sets key condition to join Barcelona from Athletic Bilbao - Reports
Nico Williams has reportedly set a key condition for him to join Barcelona this summer.
“Nico, leave. We will defend our shield at all times” - Athletic Club fans vandalize Nico Williams mural amid Barcelona transfer links
Athletic Bilbao fans have once again vandalized a Nico Williams mural amid Barcelona talks. The fans are furious with the possible move and have...
Lionel Messi, Inter Miami thrashed 4-0 by Paris Saint-Germain: What’s the biggest loss in Leo’s career?
Inter Miami suffered a heavy 4-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup, ranking among the worst losses of Lionel Messi’s...
What Williams wants: Spain attacker 'makes late demand' before Barcelona move
Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams reportedly demands specific guarantees from Barcelona ahead of his expected £49.5m transfer to the La Liga champions.
Luis Enrique and Valverde called to testify in ‘Negreira case'
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Former managers and President Laporta summoned as investigation into referee payments...
Marcus Rashford rejects three Premier League clubs as Barcelona send message to Manchester United
Marcus Rashford continues to hold out for a move to Barcelona (Shutterstock)
Marcus Rashford has rejected three Premier League clubs while...
Real Madrid transfer news: £49m ‘gem' has told Florentino Perez his ‘dream' is to join Los Blancos
Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams has a deal in place with Barcelona, but his dream has always been to play for Real Madrid.
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Bayern Munich might not really want Nico Williams anymore anyway... Barca doesn't sound...
Daily Schmankerl: FC Barcelona not like to let Bayern Munich get Nico Williams; Michael Olise earns more recognition; Arsenal, Tottenham Hotspur eying for Crystal Palace's Eberechi Eze; Pep Guardiola thinking about a ponytail?; and MORE!
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Barca doesn't sound willing to let Williams pursuit die (ESPN)
Bayern Munich might...
Bayern Munich's Jonathan Tah doesn't believe in the term ‘leader' for the backline
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The defender wants to be part of a cohesive group at Bayern Munich... Bayern Munich defender...
Inaki Williams shows loyalty as Athletic Bilbao backs brother Nico in transfer storm
Inaki Williams has once again shown his deep bond with Athletic Bilbao during a tense period surrounding his younger brother Nico...
"Far cry from the values it once represented" - Ex-Athletic Bilbao president slams Barcelona and warns Nico Williams about move
Former Athletic Bilbao president Aitor Elizegi slammed Barcelona while warning Nico Williams about a potential transfer. The Spanish winger has...
LaLiga president sends warning to Barcelona after Athletic Bilbao complain about Nico Williams move
LaLiga president Javier Tebas has warned Barcelona that they must comply with the league's financial rules to sign Nico Williams.
Athletic Bilbao question Barcelona´s ability to sign Williams
Athletic Bilbao have questioned whether Barcelona have the capability to sign Nico Williams while adhering to financial rules, following talks with...
Athletic Bilbao hold meeting with LaLiga to block Barcelona's move to sign Nico Williams
Athletic Bilbao have announced that they have held a meeting with LaLiga to block Nico Williams' move to Barcelona.
Bilbao speak to LaLiga over Barcelona finances amid pursuit of Nico Williams
Athletic Bilbao confirmed that they have held talks with LaLiga to establish Barcelona's financial position as the Catalan club look to sign Nico...
Athletic Bilbao release statement over Arsenal target Nico Williams transfer controversy
Latest Arsenal transfer news as Athletic Bilbao address Barcelona interest in Nico Williams in an official statement
Barça told Nico Williams ‘is not having a good time' amid transfer saga
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The winger's former coach has weighed in on the ongoing soap opera A former coach of Athletic...
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Bayern Munich could be close to another move... Bayern talking to two LaLiga clubs on...
Rangers star Liam Kelly’s kid brother takes next step on the journey as he bids to become BETTER than his sibling
HIS big brother finished the season as Rangers top goalkeeper.
And now Liam Kelly’s younger sibling has just taken the next step on his nascent...
Williams 'informs' Athletic about Barcelona transfer stance
Nico Williams reportedly informs Athletic Bilbao about his desire to join La Liga champions Barcelona ahead of the 2025-26 season.
Nico Williams tells Athletic Bilbao 'he wants to leave' as Arsenal get final answer
Arsenal are keen to add an elite left-winger to their squad this summer with Athletic Bilbao and Spain wideman high up on their list of potential...
Explained: Why Barcelona won't trigger Nico Williams release clause until next week despite agreement to sign Spain and Athletic Bilbao winger
Despite deciding to sign Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao, Barcelona won’t be paying his release clause before July, in what is being considered...
Chelsea hope to make new winger breakthrough as £45m bid prepared
Chelsea are set to place a third bid for Borussia Dortmund winger Jamie Gittens, who remains the club’s top left-winger target, talkSPORT...
Real Madrid ‘name their price’ for Rodrygo with Arsenal interested in transfer for Brazil star, 24
REAL MADRID have reportedly named their price to allow Rodrygo to leave the club this summer.
Rodrygo, 24, has been linked with an exit from the...
Bayern Munich ‘ready to HIJACK Chelsea’s transfer for Jamie Gittens’ after Blues agreed contract with Dortmund star, 20
BAYERN Munich are reportedly ready to hijack Chelsea’s move for rising star Jamie Gittens.
SunSport revealed earlier this month that the Blues...
Tom Bischof fond of comparisons to Bayern Munich teammate Joshua Kimmich, but acknowledges some differences
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Will the duo become a staple in Bavaria during the next season? Bayern Munich...
Arsenal Dealt Major Blow in Nico Williams Pursuit
Arsenal's hopes of signing Nico Williams this summer have taken a significant hit, with reports revealing that Bayern Munich have submitted a fresh...
Why did Jonathan Tah choose Bayern Munich? Let him tell you
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An easy decision? Maybe. Jonathan Tah's move from Bayer Leverkusen was a long time...
Barca face Williams hijack fear as attacker 'receives' £10.3m offer
Athletic Bilbao attacker Nico Williams reportedly receives a last-ditch £10.3m contract offer from a European giant in a bid to stop him from...
Inaki Williams defends Nico Williams after fans erase image from mural amid Barcelona links
Ghana forward Inaki Williams has blasted the people behind the erasing of his brother's image from a mural painted to celebrate the team following...
"You have lost respect" - LaLiga club's fans deface star player's mural amid his transfer links to Barcelona
LaLiga side Athletic Bilbao's fans have reportedly defaced youngster Nico Williams' mural ahead of his imminent move to Barcelona.
Arsenal set asking price as Bayern Munich consider Gabriel Martinelli transfer
Arsenal star Gabriel Martinelli has attracted interest from Bayern Munich (Picture: Getty)
Bayern Munich are ‘discussing’ a summer transfer move...
"You follow a process" - Deco suggests Barca are nearing Williams transfer
Barcelona sporting director Deco suggests that his club are working to sign Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao.
Deco: Barcelona will try to sign Nico Williams
Barcelona want to sign Nico Williams, but Deco has warned the conditions of any transfer must be right for the club. LaLiga champions Barca are in...
Marcus Rashford drops transfer hint over Manchester United future - and is ready to switch positions
A glowing assessment of Lamine Yamal is the clearest indication yet of how badly Marcus Rashford wants to join Barcelona.
The Manchester United...
Marcus Rashford speaks out on Barcelona transfer ahead of potential Manchester United return
Marcus Rashford has made it clear he would welcome the chance to join Barcelona (xBuyer/YouTube)
Manchester United forward Marcus Rashford says he...
'Rashford plans Man United return amid Barcelona uncertainty after Williams move'
Marcus Rashford is planning his return to Man United amid renewed uncertainty over his future thanks to Barcelona's move for Athletic Bilbao star...
Inaki Williams pledges loyalty to Athletic Bilbao as transfer talk grows around brother Nico
While all eyes shift to Nico Williams and where he might land next season, his older brother Inaki Williams is staying put and making his stance...
Report: Bayern Munich's Max Eberl takes flight for Germany as club prepares last ditch effort for FC Barcelona transfer target Nico Williams
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Time for some action? According to Sport1 journalist Stefan Kumberger (via...
BFW Question of the Day — June 19th, 2025: Who will win at the Club World Cup — Bayern Munich or Boca Juniors?
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Who ya got? Bayern Munich will take on an aggressive and feisty Boca Juniors side in...
Real Madrid transfer news: Los Blancos REJECT £53m ‘unique' star with Barcelona deal now ‘agreed'
Real Madrid have turned down the chance to sign Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams, who is now on his way to Barcelona.
Ruben Amorim decides to axe four Manchester United stars from pre-season tour
Manchester United begin their pre-season campaign against Leeds next month (Picture: Getty)
Ruben Amorim has already made the ruthless decision to...
Expert: Nottingham Forest accelerate move to sign Norwich star
Nottingham Forest are preparing to step up their interest in Norwich City star Borja Sainz amid interest from the likes of Athletic Bilbao and...
Report: Kingsley Coman in a ‘comfortable position' at Bayern Munich
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Not going anywhere for a while? According to a report form Sport1 journalist Stefan Kumberger (as captured...
Arsenal transfer news: Negotiations stall as Benjamin Sesko's agent makes comment
Benjamin Sesko remains top of Arsenal's transfer agenda as the Gunners look to strengthen Mikel Arteta's options up front and Nico Williams has...
Report: Bayern Munich eyeing 23-year-old Brazilian striker
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Is Bayern Munich looking for a Harry Kane backup? According to a report from O Tempo (as captured by...
Nico Williams agrees deal with next club after Arsenal and Chelsea interest
Williams has a deal in place to leave Athletic Bilbao.
Williams says "No" - Bayern's rejection streak continues
Bayern streak of rejections by desired transfer targets continues as Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams is declining a future in Munich in favour of a...
Report: Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze on Bayern Munich's radar
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Will this be the move Bayern Munich makes? According to a report from ESPN journalist Constantin Eckner,...
Williams ‘urged to reject' Barcelona despite ‘agreeing six-year deal'
Barcelona reportedly move a step closer to signing top target Nico Williams this summer, but Athletic Bilbao are hopeful that the deal with fall...
Nico Williams Barcelona transfer: How much will he earn at the Nou Camp? Fee, salary and potential squad number
Barcelona are edging closer to the transfer of Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao, according to reports. But how much will he earn at the Nou Camp?
Arsenal transfer target Nico Williams 'says yes' to sensational summer deal
Arsenal have been in the market for more firepower and Nico Williams has been on their radar but the Athletic Bilbao winger has agreed to a deal...
Report: Bayern Munich could have to battle Saudis for AC Milan star Rafael Leão
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What's old is new? According to a report from journalist Matteo Moretto (as...
BFW Question of the Day — June 19th, 2025: At their peak, who was better Jerome Boateng or Mats Hummels?
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Who ya got? Bayern Munich had the pleasure of having both Jerome Boateng and Mats Hummels during their...
Bayern Munich hope Barcelona can’t afford major transfer, but here’s why Joan Laporta is confident
Bayern Munich are reportedly hoping that they can still sign Nico Williams as they wonder if Barcelona might not be able to afford the transfer....
Nico Williams agrees terms on six-year Barcelona contract
Nico Williams has reached an agreement with Barcelona on a six-year deal with the club. Personal terms have been agreed between Barcelona and the...
Barcelona close to signing Nico Williams
Barcelona are ‘very close’ to signing Nico Williams from Athletic Bilbao in the summer transfer window, according to Fichajes. Talks between the La...
Bayern Munich 'retain interest' in Liverpool star
Bayern Munich are reportedly still showing an interest in signing Liverpool's Cody Gakpo as an alternative option to Athletic Bilbao's Nico Williams.
Marcus Rashford ready to make Manchester United ‘sacrifice’ as Barcelona transfer fades
Marcus Rashford is desperate to join Barcelona this summer (AMA/Getty)
Marcus Rashford has reiterated his desire to join Barcelona and has made it...
Rangers star Jack Butland spotted starting pre-season early at camp in Portugal alongside England keeper
RANGERS players don’t begin pre-season training until Monday next week.
But goalkeeper Jack Butland has decided to get things started early...
Barcelona director Deco to hold direct talks with LaLiga rivals to accelerate deal for priority transfer target: Reports
Barcelona sporting director Deco is reportedly flying to Ibiza to hold talks with LaLiga rivals Athletic Bilbao for signing Nico Williams this summer.