The Red Devils are reportedly readying themselves to test the resolve of the Spanish titans over the services of their Euro 2024 Cup winner in the upcoming transfer window
Premier League giants Manchester United are plotting an ambitious summer move for Athletic Bilbao dependable winger Nico Williams, an emerging report from the Spanish media has claimed.
The 23-year-old wideman, who came close to sealing a move to La Liga rivals Barcelona during the summer of 2025, remains a sought-after talent among Europe's elite division clubs, with German giants FC Bayern Munich and Premier League heavyweights Arsenal - all being credited with a move for his signature this term.
According to Spanish outlet El Nacional, those responsible for recruitment at the Old Trafford have positioned themselves to make an audacious move for the Estadio San Mamés academy product in an effort to beef up their frontline options with his capturing in the summer as Barcelona loanee Marcus Rashford is set to depart at the end of the season.
lt's understood that Man Utd are ready to meet the Basque club valuation of €90m (£78m, $106m) release clause in his contract given their eagerness to land him in the summer transfer window for the 2026-27 football season.
With his current running contract set to expire on June 30, 2035, Man Utd and the likes must go the extra mile to cough up the above-mentioned fee if they are to bolster their attacking unit with his signing in the summer.
Despite his Pubalgia this term, Williams has managed to feature in 28 appearances by scoring 4 goals and setting up another 6 for the Red and Whites across all contests in this current campaign.
Given his Ghanaian heritage, he remains unfit to play for the Ghana national football team at the international level having played for the Spanish national football team, with 30 caps and 6 goals to his name for the 2010 FIFA World Cup Champions.
