The future of the Spanish winger is a hot topic in this summer’s transfer market, with several European clubs vying for his services. Neco Williams is a primary target for FC Barcelona, although Real Madrid’s stance remains uncertain.
Marca reports that Neco Williams has impressed with the Spanish national team at Euro 2024, catching the eye of top clubs like Barcelona, who are eager to secure his services. It’s noted that Williams recently extended his contract, including a €58 million release clause that Barcelona must meet to finalize the deal.
Journalist Edo Velasco, known for his close ties to Bilbao, confidently stated, “Nico Williams will stay at Athletic.” He also hinted that staying in Bilbao might put Williams on Real Madrid’s radar, with Florentino Perez possibly eyeing him for a future move.
This season, due to the signing of Mbappe and their strong forward lineup, Real Madrid isn’t considering acquiring Neco Williams. However, they may pursue him in 2025 if Rodrygo decides to leave due to limited playing time. Williams himself has expressed admiration for Real Madrid and dreams of playing alongside Mbappe.
Despite Barcelona’s strong interest, Williams wouldn’t mind staying another season in Bilbao while watching for potential interest from Real Madrid. He acknowledges that joining Real Madrid this season seems unlikely, but that could change next summer. The decision of whether to join Barcelona, move to the Premier League, or await Real Madrid’s potential offer is a significant one for him.
