Luis de la Fuente, the Spain national team coach, maintains a strong relationship with his players and is known for advising them on their future careers in addition to his tactical role.
Nico Williams has been one of the players who has earned the most trust from the Spanish coach since joining the national team, becoming a key player and contributing significantly to Spain’s victory at the European Championship.
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Despite his reduced impact at the World Cup due to recent injuries, de la Fuente insisted on including him in the final squad and giving him the opportunity to play in several matches, including the final, where he provided an assist for Ferran Torres and had a goal controversially disallowed.
With the transfer window nearing its end, Nico Williams’ future has once again become a focus of attention, with English clubs, most notably Liverpool and Arsenal, showing interest in signing him during the summer transfer window.
Meanwhile, a return to Barcelona seems highly unlikely, as the Catalan club’s priorities regarding strengthening their attack have shifted.
According to press reports, de la Fuente had previously advised the player to move to Barcelona when negotiations with Joan Laporta and Deco’s administration were progressing positively. However, Williams preferred to renew his contract with Athletic Bilbao and remain with his team.
Now, however, the matter is closed at Barcelona, especially after the club signed Karim Adeyemi and Anthony Gordon, effectively ending any interest in reopening negotiations with the Spanish winger.
According to the newspaper Sport, Nico Williams is no longer part of Barcelona’s plans, as the club believes its current attacking options meet the team’s needs. Meanwhile, the player continues to consider his future amid growing interest from Premier League clubs.
