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Arsenal’s Pursuit of Nico Williams Faces Roadblocks, But Arteta’s Interest Remains Strong

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Arsenal’s Pursuit of Nico Williams Faces Roadblocks, But Arteta’s Interest Remains Strong

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta’s admiration for Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams is no secret, but a January transfer appears increasingly unlikely, according to renowned journalist David Ornstein.

While the Gunners are prioritizing immediate reinforcements up front due to an injury crisis, their interest in Williams remains, suggesting a potential summer pursuit.

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Ornstein reports that Arteta is a keen admirer of the Spanish international, who was heavily linked with a move to the Emirates Stadium during the summer transfer window.

However, the complexities of the January transfer market, coupled with Bilbao’s strong negotiating position, present significant hurdles.

“They’ve got wider targets, such as, Arteta loves Nico Williams at Athletic Bilbao as a winger for the future,” Ornstein stated. “He’s liked him in the past, it’s not possible this month. This is a really complicated market. And if you think I’m just saying it for Arsenal fans, that is not the case.”

Williams, 22, has enjoyed a stellar period, showcasing his talent with impressive performances for both club and country. He played a key role in Spain’s Euro 2024 triumph and has established himself as one of Europe’s most exciting young wingers.

His contributions for Bilbao this season include three goals and five assists in 29 appearances across all competitions, including notable performances in the Europa League.

His pace, dribbling skills, and ability to create scoring opportunities have earned him praise, with some, like John Bennett, even describing him as “absolutely frightening.”

Despite Arsenal’s interest, securing Williams’ signature won’t be easy. The winger is under contract with Bilbao until June 2027, placing the Basque club in a position of strength.

If Arsenal decide to make a move after the season, they may be forced to trigger his reported €58m (£48m) release clause to avoid protracted negotiations.

While a January move for Williams seems off the table, Arsenal’s continued interest, as reported by Ornstein, indicates that the pursuit is far from over.

The summer transfer window could provide a renewed opportunity for Arteta to bring the talented winger to North London.

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