Athletic Bilbao midfielder Nico is on the verge of an important moment in his career, according to a new report from leading Spanish sports media outlet Marca. Despite the fact that he is currently on the cusp of the transfer market, Nico himself already has a clear vision of his future and may therefore return to the team early to start training.
In December last year, Nico successfully renewed his contract with Athletic Bilbao until 2027, showing his strong confidence in the team's future. During the renewal process, he twice rejected the lure of a higher salary from Premier League's Aston Villa, despite the fact that the other side was not only willing to pay his release fee, but also almost tripled his salary at Bilbao. The decision shows Nico's determination to stay at Athletic Bilbao, where he aspires to realize his footballing dreams, including winning the Copa del Rey and competing in Europe.
With the summer transfer window approaching, Nico has once again become the center of attention for a number of giants. Among them, Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain have shown strong interest in him. However, Athletic Bilbao still regards Nico as the core player of the team and hopes that he can continue to contribute to the team. The club has informed Nico to start training for the new season on August 12, but it has been reported that he may return earlier to show his loyalty to the team and the importance he places on training.
Nico's circle of friends are not surprised by his decision, as they know that Nico has always had a clear plan for his future. Although he has chosen to remain silent at the moment, that dynamic will soon change. Nico knows exactly where he will play and he believes he has made the right decision. When the time is right, he will not hesitate to publicize his decision and explain his choice to the fans and the media.
