Nico Williams, an attacker for Athletic Club Bilbao, is apparently very interested in joining Aston Villa.
The 21-year-old winger, who can also play as a striker, would be a great addition to their offensive line.
The adaptable forward could end up being a reliable long-term addition for the West Midlands side, which Unai Emery needs to bolster his options in the final third.
According to a report from Den Jones via Give Me Sport, Aston Villa will need to act fast to get the player because teams like Liverpool and Arsenal are reportedly also interested in him.
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According to reports, the attacker’s contract included a £43 million release clause. In the upcoming months, it will be intriguing to see if he is open to moving to the Premier League.
Aston Villa is now vying for Champions League qualifying after an outstanding start to the season. They will draw players if they can guarantee European football for the upcoming campaign.
If Liverpool and Arsenal are serious in signing the player, they will have more clout than Aston Villa and will be in a better position to do so.
Under Emery, Aston Villa has significantly strengthened its roster, and the Spanish manager will now aim to advance his team. To compete with the Premier League’s best in the upcoming seasons, they will need to sign exceptional players.
Williams has five goals and nine assists this season across all competitions. If Villa can close the deal, he and Ollie Watkins may split the goal-scoring and creative load.
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