Nico Williams hints at future: Athletic star aims to conquer the Champions League with Bilbao

Nico Williams remains in the spotlight of Europe's top clubs. The Athletic winger has caught the attention of Arsenal, but before the Europa League semi-final against Manchester United, the player himself made it clear that he is in no rush to leave Bilbao.

Williams helped Athletic win the Spanish Cup, and the team is confidently positioned in the Champions League zone in La Liga, aiming for the European cup final. His contract, extended in December 2023, runs until 2027, making the upcoming summer the last chance for the club to profit from a transfer.

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Nevertheless, the player himself in an interview with AS made it clear that he dreams of the Champions League with Athletic.

Every kid dreams of playing at Old Trafford. We have a goal—to win the Europa League, and next season—to make a mark in the Champions League. Step by step. We are playing good football and must continue to reach the final. Our team is incredible. San Mamés deserves this victory.

These words sounded an alarm for Arsenal. Mikel Arteta has already begun making plans for the summer with new sporting director Andrea Berta, but Williams' transfer is now in question.

Williams has yet to play in the Champions League, and the chance to reach it with his hometown club might prove more important to him than a move to the Premier League.