🚨 Breaking: Nico Williams Reaches Verbal Agreement with Barcelona Until 2031

In a major development, FC Barcelona has reached a verbal agreement with Athletic Club star Nico Williams for a long-term contract that would keep the Spanish winger at Camp Nou until 2031.

✅ Verbal Agreement Secured

According to multiple trusted sources, Williams has agreed to a six-year deal with Barcelona, which includes a €12 million gross annual salary. This marks a crucial step in Barcelona’s rebuilding process and signals their intent to invest in young, top-tier talent.

📝 Contract Length: 6 years (until June 2031)
💶 Gross Salary: €12 million per year

If finalized, Williams will become a central figure in the club’s forward line, filling a key role as Barça look to blend youth with experience.

🧠 Who Is Nico Williams?

The 21-year-old winger has emerged as one of La Liga’s most exciting prospects, known for his blistering pace, sharp dribbling, and attacking flair. After a standout season with Athletic Club and an impressive start to Euro 2024 with Spain, Williams caught the eye of several elite clubs — but Barcelona has moved fastest.

🔄 What’s Next: Deal Not Yet Final

Although the personal terms have been agreed, the transfer is not complete. Barcelona must still negotiate with Athletic Club to either:

Pay Nico’s release clause (estimated at €58–60 million), or
Reach a separate transfer agreement with the Basque club.

Negotiations are ongoing, and Athletic are known to be tough negotiators, especially with homegrown talents.

📊 Why This Matters for Barcelona

The move is aligned with the club’s strategy of building around rising Spanish talent. Williams would offer:

⚡ Electric pace and width
🔄 Tactical flexibility on the wing
🔥 Immediate impact with long-term upside

With aging stars and financial limitations, securing Nico Williams represents both a sporting and symbolic win for the Catalan giants.

🗣️ Fan Reaction: Excitement Mounts

Barcelona fans have erupted on social media, celebrating the news with optimism. The chant of “Nico! Nico!” that echoed at a recent concert in Barcelona now feels prophetic, as the club inches closer to one of its most anticipated signings of the summer.

📅 Final Thoughts

While the verbal agreement is a huge step forward, the next few days will be critical. If Barcelona can finalize terms with Athletic Club, Nico Williams could soon be unveiled as the newest star at Camp Nou.

Stay tuned for more updates as this story develop.