JAKARTA - Nico Williams said he wanted to continue making history at the Athletic Club after rejecting an offer to leave the Basque club this summer.
Barcelona, who tried to recruit the player a year ago, are ready to pay Nico's release clause of 58 million euros.
However, the Spanish National Team (Timnas) player prefers to extend his contract with Athletic.
Unmitigated, Nico wants to continue at the San Malas until June 2035.
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"I think we have a very long season ahead of us. We have a very ambitious goal like the Champions League, which everyone wants."
"What could be better than doing it with Athletic in my life?"
"I want to continue to make history here, in San Malas, with supporters, with my family, and with great enthusiasm," he said.
As the winner of Euro 2024 with Spain, Nico has become one of the most coveted strikers.
Bayern Munich, Arsenal, and Chelsea have also been working to get Nico, apart from Barcelona.
Athletic Football Director Mikel Gonzalez is very pleased with Nico's decision to stay at the club.
"He's a unique and extraordinary player. Keeping this talent in Athletic is fantastic news," Gonzalez said.
Meanwhile, Nico, who first joined Athletic at the age of 11, will continue to play alongside his Ghanaian international, Inaki Williams, who will captain the first team this season.
"The two of us always dreamed of this moment. My brother is a role model for everyone, especially for me."
"I think he's the best person to captain. I can't wait to see him wearing the armband for a long time," Nico said.
The existence of the two Williamses in Athletic is clearly very important.
"Families are very important for Athletic. We are delighted to continue to see Inaki lead the team and Nico contribute his skills," Gonzalez said again.
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