According to a new report from Mundo Deportivo, FC Barcelona has made an aggressive move in the transfer market, especially in the left winger position, as they start looking for an alternative to Nico Williams. This decision comes against the backdrop of Athletic Bilbao's official announcement that Nico Williams has been given the team's No. 10 jersey, while Barcelona are still waiting for a response from the youngster but have yet to receive a definitive answer.
Faced with this situation, Barcelona have not given up hope of bringing in Nico Williams, but at the same time realize that they must prepare for both. Therefore, they have already started to look for other players who can strengthen the left winger position. It is reported that Barcelona's investment ceiling will be comparable to the budget they have set for Nico Williams, i.e. including the release fee of 58 million euros and an inflation-indexed adjustment of 4 million euros, totaling 62 million euros.
On the shortlist, Liverpool winger Luis Diaz was one of the targets Barcelona had their eye on months ago. And in recent days, Kingsley Coman's name has begun to surface, and despite his considerable strength and experience under Frick, the injury history has raised some doubts on Barcelona's part. In addition, Milan's Portuguese international Léo is also seen as a player who could fit Barcelona's needs, and his inclusion is expected to further boost the squad.
As the closing date of the transfer market window draws ever closer (August 30th), it is clear that FC Barcelona do not want to pin their hopes on receiving a positive response from Nico Williams at the last minute. As a result, they have already begun to move in the hope of completing their reinforcements in the limited time available to them, in order to be fully prepared for the upcoming season.
