Barcelona have reportedly closed all doors regarding Nico Williams future move to Camp Nou after learning about the player’s contract renewal through social media.
Barca were caught off guard when Athletic revealed Nico’s new deal, even though they had been negotiating with the player’s representatives for weeks.
It wasn’t until the final agreement’s drafting became exceptionally complex that the club realized he was also in negotiations to prolong his stint in Bilbao.
The outcome is even more distressing for the Catalan side because Nico was the one who first offered himself to the club.
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According to Barca Universal, following these incidents, Barcelona have stated unequivocally that Nico Williams is no longer a possibility.
Nico’s decision is a significant career turning point. By extending until 2035, he has essentially eliminated any possibility of moving to Barca and committed his future to Athletic.
Barca In Disbelief Over Nico Williams’ Contract Renewal With Athletic Club
Given that Nico had previously indicated interest in joining Barcelona, the club’s leadership is shocked by what happened.
This scenario is similar to the one from last year, when Nico assured the Spanish giants that he was ready for a move while posing with Athletic’s new shirt.
However, the talks were far more in-depth this time, and the club thought they were almost done. Rather, the news of the renewal, which they just found out about through Athletic’s official channels, shocked them.
Due to their frustration, Barca have made the vital decision to not pursue the player going forward. Trust has been irreparably shattered by the winger’s last-minute U-turn and lack of openness during negotiations.
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