FC Barcelona remain determined to sign a left winger during this transfer window. Their first choice for several months had been Luis Diaz, currently at Liverpool. However, the recent offer of Nico Williams through his agent led the club to shift its focus toward the Athletic Club forward.

Raphinha, one of FC Barcelona’s captains, has publicly praised Nico Williams and expressed his openness to the Athletic Club winger joining the squad. The Blaugrana are expected to sign the

Barring an unexpected turn, Nico Williams will interrupt his vacation to join the preseason directly under Hansi Flick's orders. At Can Barça, they are already counting on him for the start of the league. Everything is in motion to close one of the big summer deals.