Real Madrid has surprised the world of football with a historic offer: 200 million pounds sterling and a five -year contract to take the services of Nico Williams, the young Athletic Club star and one of the great promises of Spanish football. However, what seemed to be an impossible operation to reject gave an unexpected turn when Nico responded to Florentino Pérez’s proposal with only nine words that made the followers of FC Barcelona out of joy.
According to sources close to the player’s environment, Nico Williams was directly contacted by Real Madrid representatives in early June. The White Club would have seen not only an opportunity to reinforce its left wing with youth, speed and overflow, but also a way to anticipate competition before its market value increases even more after Eurocup 2024.
However, the player’s reaction was not expected by the white directive. In a private conversation, which was later leaked by a journalist close to Barça’s environment, Nico would have said: “I will never wear white, my heart is always Blaugrana.” These nine words, loaded with feeling and decision, circulated rapidly on social networks and sports media, causing a wave of enthusiasm among the culés, who consider it a priority signing for the future of the club.
Nico Williams’ response was not only interpreted as a resounding rejection of Real Madrid, but also as a declaration of intentions towards FC Barcelona. Although it does not currently belong to the Catalan club, its gesture has been received as a sample of fidelity to the values and style of Barça, and it is even rumored that Deco, sports director Blaugrana, would have already started formal contacts to bring him closer to Camp Nou this summer.
Meanwhile, in Bilbao, the news has generated feelings found. Many Athletic Club fans celebrate the player’s loyalty, while others fear that his departure to Barcelona will be imminent. Nico’s contract with Athletic is still valid, but its termination clause, estimated at 60 million euros, is affordable for the great European clubs.
Florentino Pérez, on the other hand, has preferred not to make public comments on Williams’ rejection, although within the club there is talk of “surprise and disappointment” for the player’s refusal, especially considering the magnitude of the offer presented.
With this episode, Nico Williams not only reaffirms his personality inside and outside the field, but also becomes a symbol of a new generation of soccer players who prioritize their values, their football identity and their convictions over money and fame. Summer is not over yet, but one thing is clear: Nico has already conquered the heart of Barcelona without even dressing his shirt.
