Barcelona President Joan Laporta has revealed that the club considered signing winger Nico Williams last summer, alongside Dani Olmo. According to Laporta, the club valued Williams as a potential signing at the time, but is now focusing on other players. Williams is known for his pace and skill on the left wing. He has previously played for Athletic Bilbao, where he developed his skills as a versatile attacker.
Laporta’s comments come as the club continues to shape its transfer strategy. Dani Olmo’s transfer saga has been ongoing, with his agent previously stating that Barcelona was the sole focus for the player’s move, with according to his agent. Olmo was cleared to play by Hansi Flick in January, but the transfer has yet to be completed. The club had planned to take Olmo’s case to the CSD Court, as reported earlier. Olmo has addressed the speculation surrounding his transfer to Barcelona, but no official announcement has been made by the club.