Nico Williams` potential departure from Athletic Club for Barcelona appears increasingly likely. However, this possible move by the Spanish talent is generating growing tensions between fans and the player in Bilbao. A mural dedicated to Nico has recently been vandalized on two separate occasions, highlighting an escalating emotional rift.
The first incident occurred early in the week when the mural was defaced by unknown individuals. Following restoration efforts by some of the player`s supporters, the artwork was vandalized again with a clear message: “Nico, leave. We will defend our crest forever.” These harsh words reflect the discontent of some Basque fans who oppose the idea of seeing a team icon move to a rival club like Barcelona.
His elder brother, Iñaki Williams, has also spoken out, expressing his fury over the events and his disappointment with the hostile atmosphere surrounding Nico. Meanwhile, on the transfer front, the Blaugrana continue their pursuit: the €60 million release clause is within reach, but Barça is still working to finalize the financial specifics of the deal.
