Lamine Yamal has become one of the most influential voices in the FC Barcelona locker room despite his youth. His spectacular performance last season and his growing importance in the project have made his opinions listened to carefully within the club presided over by Joan Laporta. Now, the young star has sent a clear message to Joan Laporta: he wants Nico Williams at Barça this summer.
According to sources close to the Barça environment, Yamal believes there's no better possible signing than the Athletic Club winger. His connection in the Spanish national team has been key for the Barça academy graduate to insist so much on his arrival. The Spanish duo they've formed under Luis de la Fuente's orders has convinced many, and Lamine believes repeating it at Camp Nou could be lethal.
The academy graduate's desire isn't random; he knows that with a player like Nico on the left wing, he could have more space on the right. He also values the defensive sacrifice and explosiveness of the Navarrese footballer—everything fits. That's why the message to Laporta has been direct: "Bring him now, there's no better option, and leave pride aside."
Nico Williams is Lamine's dream
From the sporting management, they also acknowledge that Nico Williams is one of the top priorities. Deco has highlighted him in red on the list of targets, and there have already been contacts with his camp. Specifically, Barça has moved with Félix Tainta, the player's agent, to explore the feasibility of the operation in this very transfer window.
The footballer's release clause is set at €58 million. It's a high price, but manageable if the club manages to activate the right levers or close an important sale. Nico has made it clear that he'd only leave Athletic for an ambitious project, and Barça, with Xavi first and Hansi Flick now, offers him that ideal scenario.
Barça moves
Laporta knows that these kinds of operations define presidencies, and he also understands that, with Yamal pushing from within, he can't look the other way. The message is strong, clear, and has popular support. The Barça fans also dream of seeing Nico in the blaugrana jersey, especially after his outstanding performance with La Roja.
At Can Barça, they're working quietly but firmly; the goal is clear: to bring in Nico Williams before the season starts. His signing would mean an immediate quality boost on the left wing, an area that hasn't had stability since Neymar's departure. In addition, his arrival would fit perfectly with the club's policy of rejuvenation and national talent.
Nico is only 21 years old, has experience in the first division, and has the character to make a difference—a profile that fits perfectly with the new generation of stars led by Lamine Yamal. Now the ball is in Joan Laporta's court, the locker room is clear, the fans are demanding it, and the coaching staff approves it. All that's left is for the president to set pride aside, act decisively, and make Nico Williams a new FC Barcelona player—the opportunity is there.