Nico Williams’ Agent Confirms Arsenal and Liverpool Interest

Nico Williams’ agent, Félix Tainta, has confirmed that Arsenal and Liverpool were among the clubs interested in signing the Athletic Bilbao winger, alongside Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Paris Saint-Germain.

Speaking to Los Fulanos, Tainta explained why Williams ultimately stayed in the Basque Country and signed a new contract instead of moving to one of Europe’s biggest clubs.

The agent revealed that discussions with Barcelona took place, but concerns over guaranteed playing time became a decisive factor. With the World Cup approaching, Williams needed assurances that he would continue to play regularly.

“There were very important contacts in the summer of the European Championship, and even more important ones the following summer,” Tainta said, adding that he would always defend his client’s interests.

Williams had considered leaving Athletic Bilbao because of his ambition to compete for major trophies. However, after weighing up his options, he decided to renew his contract with the Spanish club.

Tainta described the winger as an ambitious player but stressed that any move had to make sense for his career. His comments confirm the extent of interest in Williams from several leading European clubs, including two of the Premier League’s biggest sides.