President Laporta Comments on Barca’s Pursuit of Nico Williams
2 min readPresident Laporta has given a glimmer of hope to Barca fans regarding the signing of star Nico Williams.
Barcelona President, Joan Laporta, currently on vacation in Sardinia, met a fan and was asked about transfer rumors related to Nico Williams.
When asked whether Barcelona intends to sign the Athletic Bilbao star during the summer transfer window, Laporta replied, “We will try.” The video capturing this conversation quickly spread across social media platforms.
Barcelona fans are eagerly anticipating the possibility of Williams joining the team. Some fans have even started fundraising to help the club acquire the player, aiming to strengthen the squad for the upcoming season and to pursue success in Euro 2024.
Laporta believes that Barcelona has the financial capability to sign Williams, which has increased confidence and optimism within the fan community. They hope the club will reach an agreement with the Spanish player, who made a strong impression at Euro 2024.
To secure Williams’ services, Barcelona would need to trigger his release clause, which is around 55 million euros. Although this amount is substantial, the Athletic Bilbao forward is said to be very eager to move to Catalunya to play alongside his close friend Lamine Yamal.
The potential signing of Williams has generated a wave of excitement not only among fans but also within the club. This move could significantly enhance Barcelona’s squad, bolster their attacking strength, and bring renewed hope for the upcoming season.
This event further underscores Barcelona’s determination to acquire outstanding talents to solidify their position in European competitions. Fans are eagerly awaiting further actions from the management and are hopeful for a successful season with new trophies for the club.