Arsenal wanted to sign a winger in this transfer window. Their top target was Spanish winger Nico Williams. Williams was linked with some other Premier League clubs too. However, he was unable to find a new club and has stayed at Athletico Bilbao. As a result Gunners signed Raheem Sterling on loan from Chelsea. According to recent news, Arsenal are planning to move again for Nico Williams next year.
Gunners signed Sterling on deadline day from Chelsea. However, he was not their main target. Arsenal want to find a young winger who suits the style of Mikel Arteta. They are said to go again next year after Nico Williams who has already been linked with some of the biggest clubs in Europe.
Arsenal to join race for Nico Williams again next year
Nico Williams attracted many top clubs after the Euro 2024. He played an important role for Spain in winning the Euro title. In addition, Williams even scored the opening goal against England in the final. He was very good for Athletic club last season. Williams scored 8 goals and provided 16 assists in 37 matches.
Williams was very close to Bilbao exit this summer. He has a £50 million release clause in his current contract. FC Barcelona and Arsenal were the top two teams in the race to sign the winger. However, Barca found it hard to trigger his release clause. In contrast, Arsenal were able to pay Bilbao £50 million for Williams. However, the deal just never progressed.
As per GiveMeSport, Gunners are planning to go again after Williams next year. He is said to be on the top of their priority list. They will surely face a tough competition to sign him. However, it will make Gunners deadly team if they are able to secure his signature. Williams on the left wing and Saka on the right wing will cause a headache for the opposition defenders.
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