Admission of mistake. Nico Williams regrets not leaving Athletic Bilbao

The transfer ban imposed on Athletic Bilbao has had a negative impact on the team's morale.

Details: According to The Touchline, citing sources close to Nico Williams, the 23-year-old Spanish national team winger and Athletic Bilbao star is extremely dissatisfied with the current state of affairs at the club.

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It is reported that after the transfer ban was enforced, the winger lost faith in the team's success and deeply regretted his decision to extend his contract with Bilbao until 2035 instead of moving to Barcelona.

Currently, the player is in a vulnerable psychological state, which is negatively affecting both his performance and the atmosphere in the dressing room.

This season, Williams has played 26 matches for Athletic Bilbao, scoring 4 goals and providing 6 assists. At the moment, Athletic Bilbao sits 10th in La Liga with 28 points.

Reminder: FIFA imposes transfer ban on Athletic Bilbao. Reason under investigation