Arsenal plot secret move to shock Premier League with top-rated winger

Arsenal plot secret move to shock Premier League with top-rated winger

Faruq Ibrahim 14:41 - 24.08.2024

Arsenal are reportedly preparing to make a massive move late in the transfer window.

Arsenal are reportedly plotting a late move in the transfer window to land Spanish winger Nico Williams. 

The transfer window closes in less than two weeks, and Arsenal have only confirmed two signings: David Raya, who was on loan last season, and Riccardo Calafiori, who joins an already star-studded defensive ranks. 

Fans of the club desire a major acquisition in the attack, and Arteta, in a recent interview, stated there could be surprise signings late in the window. A recent report suggests Athletic Club’s Nico Williams could be that surprise or at least one of them. 

Arsenal's Nico Williams chances 

Williams was a target for a number of European heavyweights this summer after his remarkable European Championship outing. However, Barcelona led the race for his signature and seemed primed to land him.

Despite their intensive pursuit, however, Williams opted to continue at Athletic, with reports suggesting that Barcelona's inability to guarantee his registration influenced his decision.

Nico Williams has chosen to remain at Athletic Bilbao despite massive interest from Barcelona
Nico Williams has chosen to remain at Athletic Bilbao despite massive interest from Barcelona

Williams dreams of playing for Barcelona, as reports claimed, and it remains to be seen if he will end up at the Camp Nou. Arsenal can make the financial commitment; however, they will have to convince Williams, who is comfortable with continuing at his boyhood club. According to the Independent, however, they are willing to test his resolve.

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