Barcelona Target Expected to Stay at Current Club

No Late Move Expected, Romano Reports

Williams' Circle Advises Stay at Athletic

FC Barcelona's pursuit of Nico Williams has seemingly hit a roadblock, with reports suggesting that the 22-year-old winger is set to stay at his current club, Athletic Bilbao.

According to Fabrizio Romano, Williams' inner circle has advised him to remain with the Basque club for another season before making the jump to Barcelona.

This news comes as a blow to Barcelona, who have made Williams their top transfer target. The Spanish international is highly rated and seen as a potential long-term replacement for Ousmane Dembélé.

• Barcelona have been in contact with Williams' agents, but no significant progress is expected until Williams makes a decision on his future.
• Williams has previously expressed his desire to play for Barcelona, but it appears he is now leaning towards staying at Athletic.
• Athletic Bilbao are reluctant to sell Williams and are hoping to convince him to sign a new contract.

Barcelona will be hoping that they can still convince Williams to join them, but it seems increasingly likely that he will remain at Athletic for at least another season.