Barça is already working to strengthen the squad for the next season, and one of the main objectives is the addition of a standout left winger. The coaching staff considers it a priority to add another player on the wings, and the club will try to bring in a great footballer.
However, as has been common in recent markets, the main obstacle is once again the salary cap. La Liga keeps Barça in a complicated situation that makes any operation difficult. Even so, the club is not giving up and will exhaust all possible options.
Barça Hopes to Sign One of These Three Players
In this regard, Barça has a list of candidates for the winger position. Luis Díaz from Liverpool is one of the names most liked for his verticality and experience, although his price and salary do not make him precisely an affordable option. His signing would depend on a financial engineering operation.
Another name that continues to be liked is Nico Williams, who also represents a realistic option from an economic point of view due to his clause. In third place appears Ademola Lookman as a more affordable alternative. The Atalanta footballer has a contract ending in 2026, which could facilitate a negotiated exit this summer for a lower price.
Nico Williams Is the Favorite for Many
But, according to "El Nacional," within the club, there is a name that stands out above the rest and continues to be Nico Williams. The young winger meets all the conditions that Barça is looking for in its new sports project. He has dribbling skills, character, competitive maturity despite his youth, and knows the Spanish league perfectly.
Additionally, he has a release clause of 60 million euros. As if that weren't enough, Nico Williams has an excellent relationship with Lamine Yamal, which is considered vital for the locker room. From the club's perspective, they believe that this connection could be a winning formula in the short and long term, both in sports and in group cohesion.
Nico Sets a Deadline to Finalize the Signing
However, Nico Williams has made an important condition clear. According to "El Nacional," the player has set a deadline to define his future: July 15. He doesn't want the uncertainty of his signing to drag on throughout the summer or become a media soap opera.
Barça knows this and is working with that countdown in mind. If the club fails to finalize the transfer before that date, the player could choose to renew with Athletic or listen to other offers. The ball is in the club's court, and they must act quickly and precisely if they want to secure his addition.