"The transfer heist of the year from Real Madrid to Barcelona."

21.05.2025 16:40

Real Madrid has taken action to transfer Nico Williams, the star player of Athletic Bilbao, who has long been on Barcelona's transfer agenda. The Spanish giant is reportedly preparing to pay the €58 million release clause in the player's contract.

Real Madrid, which has not achieved the desired results in La Liga and the Champions League this season, has ramped up its efforts for the upcoming season. In this regard, a striking transfer move has come from the Spanish giant.

RELEASE CLAUSE WILL BE PAID

According to a report in Marca, Real Madrid is interested in 22-year-old Spanish left winger Nico Williams, who plays for Athletic Bilbao. It was stated that the Madrid management is preparing to activate the player's release clause of 58 million euros in his contract.

ALSO ON BARCELONA'S AGENDA

The report mentioned that Barcelona has been very eager to add Nico Williams to their squad since last season and throughout this summer transfer window, while it was noted that Real Madrid has taken a step ahead in the transfer race.

SEASON PERFORMANCE

Nico, whose market value is shown as 70 million euros, has scored 11 goals and provided 7 assists in 44 matches with his team this season. The star player's contract with his team continues until 2027.