The Gunners are expected to spend big this summer to cement their status as title contenders ahead of next season, but boss Mikel Arteta will have a number of gaps to fill first, including on the wings.
Williams is one of the most sought-after talents in football, and it would be an impressive coup if Arsenal are able to secure the Spaniard's signature, though a deal will likely not come cheap.
Arsenal Chasing Expensive Summer Deal for Williams
They are expected to have 'serious firepower this summer'
In a report to X (formerly Twitter), Hand of Arsenal claimed that Berta has held discussions with Williams' agent Felix Tainta over a potential deal to bring the 22-year-old to Arteta's squad. Talks remain at an "early stage", and Arsenal could be asked to cough up a hefty portion of the player's £51 million release clause up-front, though they could benefit from boosted finances this summer.
After a scintillating Euro 2024 campaign, Williams earned the Man of the Match award in the final and was also named in UEFA's Team of the Tournament. He has also played a key role at club level for Los Leones this term, featuring on 38 occasions in all competitions and registering nine goals and seven assists in the process.
Nico Williams vs Arsenal Wingers - 2024/25 Statistics comparison
Metric
Williams
Saka
Martinelli
Appearances
25
18
26
Goals
4
6
6
Assists
5
10
4
Shots per 90
2.53
3.23
1.90
Key Passes per 90
1.89
2.89
1.69
Successful Take-Ons per 90
2.94
2.28
1.59
Previously dubbed "game-changing", Williams is the sort of player who could wreak havoc in Arteta's tactical setup, while also adding key depth to both attacking flanks.
Tottenham were previously linked with the player, while Barcelona have held a long-time interest in reuniting the Basque-born man with his compatriot Lamine Yamal at the Nou Camp. However, GIVEMESPORT has revealed that Arsenal have been laying the groundwork for a heavy-spending summer that could see Nico Williams head to North London instead.
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