Lamine Yamal has once again sent a clear message to FC Barcelona's sports management. The young Barça talent is excited about the possibility of seeing Nico Williams wearing the Barça jersey next season. It is no secret that they have an excellent relationship both on and off the field.
The young star believes that with his arrival, Barça would make a quality leap on the left wing, and he himself would feel more comfortable sharing minutes with his friend. Lamine's desire is not new, but it gains more strength as the summer market approaches. In the Barça locker room, it is said that the young star is pushing for the club to make a final attempt to secure the signing of the Navarrese winger.
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Their connection in the Spanish National Team has been evident, and they have shown a natural understanding, something that could be transferred to Camp Nou if the necessary conditions are met. However, from Barça's offices, they see it as complicated, as of today, the signing of Nico Williams is completely ruled out for economic reasons.
Clause accessible only if there are sales
The clause of the Spanish player from Athletic Club is around 50 million euros, and Barça can't assume that amount without first securing significant departures. Additionally, there is a key piece that can unlock or halt the operation, such as Raphinha Dias. Raphinha remains a player with a market in the Premier League, and even in other markets like Saudi Arabia.
His performance has been inconsistent, although he has shown flashes of quality that have not gone unnoticed by English clubs like Chelsea or Newcastle. If the Brazilian agrees to leave, Barcelona could have room to go for Nico. But for now, Raphinha has no intention of leaving, and that complicates Yamal's plans even more.
In this situation, Lamine has been blunt: "Either you sign him now or I'm going to get upset..." The youth player believes that Barça urgently needs to strengthen that position.
Nico prioritizes Athletic
Meanwhile, Nico Williams remains on the sidelines of the rumors of his possible departure from Athletic for next season. His priority remains to finish the season with Athletic Club, where he is fully focused on securing a spot in European competitions. He will not make any decisions until after the summer, although in Bilbao they trust they can renew his contract and make him the standard-bearer of the new project.
The player doesn't rule out staying at San Mamés and playing the Champions League as a rojiblanco. Despite Lamine Yamal's insistence, FC Barcelona can't make moves without first reducing the wage bill. The player's entourage formed at La Masia insists that his desire would be to share a locker room with Nico, but he understands that the club's financial situation is not ideal.
Meanwhile, Deco and the sports management are waiting for possible key sales to open some doors. If Raphinha leaves, the scenario could change completely, in which case, the signing of Nico Williams would be back on the table. Until then, Lamine Yamal will keep dreaming of seeing his friend in the Barça jersey.