Nico Williams expresses his devotion to Athletic Bilbao but leaves his future open. Acknowledges interest from top European clubs but remains committed to playing in Europe with Bilbao. Comments have sparked speculation about a potential transfer.
- Nico Williams has expressed his love for Athletic Bilbao but remains open about his future.
- Top European clubs have shown interest in the promising winger.
- Williams aims to achieve success with Bilbao in European competitions.
Nico Williams’ Commitment to Athletic Bilbao
Nico Williams, the promising winger of Athletic Bilbao, has recently been the subject of transfer rumors following his candid interview with DAZN. Williams stated, “My heart is Bilbao, but nobody knows what will happen in the future. It’s always good when big teams want you. But I always said that I wanted to be here.” His words reflect a deep love for his current club while acknowledging the allure of interest from top European teams. Despite the speculation, Williams emphasized his desire to achieve success with Athletic Bilbao in European competitions.
🚨 Nico Williams: “My heart is Bilbao, but nobody knows what will happen in the future”.
“It’s always good when big teams want you. But I always said that I wanted to be here”.
“If there was anything, it was from my agent. But I wanted to play in Europe with Bilbao”, told DAZN. https://t.co/RPS303d7yx
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October 09, 2023
Player Profile and Career Highlights
Born on July 12, 2002, in Pamplona, Spain, Nico Williams stands at 1.81 meters and holds dual citizenship in Spain and Ghana. He plays as a winger for Athletic Bilbao, wearing the number 10 shirt and preferring his right foot. Williams’ career statistics for the 2024/2025 season include:
- Appearances: 2 (La Liga)
- Goals: 0
- Assists: 0
- Minutes Played: 180
Williams’ career history includes a youth career at CA Osasuna (2012–2013) and Athletic Bilbao (2013–2019). His senior career began with Bilbao Athletic (2019–2021), where he made 26 appearances and scored 9 goals, before moving to Athletic Bilbao (2021–Present), with 105 appearances and 11 goals.
International Career
Williams has also made his mark on the international stage, representing Spain at various levels:
- Spain U18: 2019
- Appearances: 4
- Goals: 2
- Spain U21: 2021–2023
- Appearances: 5
- Goals: 1
- Spain National Team: 2022–Present
- Appearances: 20
- Goals: 4
Speculation and Future Prospects
Williams’ recent remarks have intensified discussions about his future, especially given his notable performances and the attention from prominent European clubs. His statement, “If there was anything, it was from my agent. But I wanted to play in Europe with Bilbao,” highlights his ambition to compete at the highest level while remaining loyal to his current team. This balance of ambition and loyalty makes Williams’ future one of the most intriguing storylines in football.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Nico Williams’ profile on Transfermarkt and his Wikipedia page.
