According to HITC, Nico Williams’ wage
demands have upset Arsenal, Liverpool, Newcastle United, and Aston Villa after conversations. The Athletic Bilbao star is one of the most highly regarded players in La Liga, having recently helped his hometown team win the Copa del ReyNico Williams was instrumental in the dramatic penalty shootout victory, which helped Ernesto Valverde end the club’s 40-year trophy drought. The 21-year-old signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao in December, which contained a release clause worth somewhat more than £40 million. However, the new arrangement resulted in Williams earning nearly £200,000.
Nico Williams has attracted interest from Aston Villa, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Newcastle United. Aston Villa, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Newcastle have all expressed interest in Williams. They’ve all been watching him intently this season. However, sources have verified to HITC that, following negotiations with the player’s team, Premier League clubs have been’shocked’ by the demands made. READ MORE: Michael Owen claims Arsenal have ‘produced this amazing player’ who is ‘pretty incredible’ According to HITC, Williams is looking for a deal worth £250,000 plus appearance money, which would put him over £300,000. It would also make him the highest-paid player at any of the clubs who are interested in him.
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