He Arsenal of Mikel Arteta wants more. After closing the signing of Mikel Merinothe Spanish coach continues to focus on LaLiga to strengthen their squad. The ‘gunners’ want to face this season the Manchester City in the fight for the Premier Leagueand they are aiming high in their goals in the market. Since England They point to the next blow on the table that prepares the Arsenal: Nico Williams.
The news has fallen like a bomb in Bilbaowhere Nico Williams He is seen as one of the pillars of the team. At just 22 years old, the winger has proven to be one of the most unbalanced players in the team. LaLigastanding out for his speed, ability to overflow and talent in one-on-one situations. His departure would leave a void that would be difficult to fill in the Athletica club that prides itself on its youth academy policy and keeping its most talented players.
Nico Williams stands on the bench / Photo: EFE
But the blow is not only for him Athletic. Joan the door and the Barça would also feel the impact of this operation. Throughout the summer, the Blaugrana club had been pursuing the signing of Nico Williamsseeing him as a key piece to rejuvenate and strengthen their attack. However, the club’s financial situation, along with financial fair play restrictions, made the Barça had to give up on signing him, focusing his efforts on other objectives.
Still, seeing Nico Williams go to Premier League It never ceases to be painful for the door and the culé fans. The Barçawhich has historically been an attractive destination for young talents, has seen its ability to compete with the big European clubs in the transfer market considerably reduced in recent years. Losing a talent like Nicowhich would fit perfectly into the playing style of the Barçais a reminder of the financial difficulties that the club continues to experience.
To Mikel Artetaon the other hand, this operation would represent a brilliant strategic move. After securing the signing of Mikel Merinothe Spanish coach seeks to add more firepower to his attack and Nico Williamswith his speed and ability to break through defensive lines, fits perfectly into his project. Arsenalwhich has shown remarkable progress under the direction of Artetacould take a qualitative leap with the incorporation of the young winger, consolidating itself as one of the serious contenders in the Premier League.
The footballer’s priority has always been to stay in LaLigabut we will have to see if the siren songs coming from the Premier do not change the mind of a footballer who has been in the eye of the storm in recent weeks. The player will have the last word, and the Arsenal is pushing to be able to convince him.
