Athletic Club Secures Nico Williams with 10-Year Contract Renewal
Athletic Club Secures Nico Williams with 10-Year Contract Renewal

Athletic Club Secures Nico Williams with 10-Year Contract Renewal

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Nico Williams, the talented winger for Athletic Club, chose to extend his contract with the Basque club through 2035, rejecting a high-profile transfer to Barcelona despite previous agreements on terms. The failed transfer was influenced by Barcelona's financial difficulties and a controversial intervention by a club official who urged Williams to change his agent, which angered Williams and his family, ultimately pushing him to stay loyal to Athletic. Williams expressed his deep connection to Athletic Club, emphasizing his desire to make history at San Mamés alongside his family and fans, and to compete for ambitious titles such as the UEFA Champions League. His new contract includes a significant salary increase, making him the highest-paid player in the club's history, and raises his release clause to around €90-100 million, effectively discouraging future transfer attempts. Williams also highlighted the importance of playing alongside his brother Iñaki, the club captain, and the pride of representing their boyhood club at the highest level. Athletic Club’s sporting director praised Williams as a unique talent, underscoring the club’s commitment to retaining homegrown players amid the competitive transfer market.

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