An insight into the fallback plan of the powers that be at La Liga giants Barcelona, in the case of missing out on their primary summer transfer target, has today been forthcoming online.
As much, of course, comes amid widespread chatter, pointing towards Barca’s efforts to land Nico Williams coming up short.
The headline story in the Spanish media over the last 24 hours has centered on wide-man Nico’s plans for next season.
This comes amid mounting claims that the 22-year-old is ready to stay put with Athletic Club.
Such a decision would mark a heavy blow for the aforementioned Barcelona, who have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to secure Williams’ signature for several months now.
So, in the case of Nico’s Athletic stay being confirmed, how do the Blaugrana intend to proceed?
As alluded to above, an insight into precisely that has today been provided.
The info comes courtesy of Mundo Deportivo, and will no doubt come as music to the ears of the club’s supporters the world over.
This comes amid confirmation that Deco and co. intend to kick on with their pursuit of RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo, regardless of the outcome of their move for Nico.
Not only that, but, should the latter not be signed, Barcelona intend to seek out a direct alternative on the market, too:
‘Barça are working on other alternatives to signing Nico Williams, beyond the Dani Olmo deal, which does not interfere with the Nico Williams deal. It is not one or the other. Barça would like to sign both. If Nico does not come, they will look for another left winger.’ it is concluded.
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