Despite facing some injury concerns this season, Williams has established himself as a key player for Athletic Bilbao, making his first-team debut in the 2020-21 season. He has also become a full-fledged Spanish international, contributing with one goal and three assists in three Euro 2024 qualifying appearances.
Reports from Spanish outlet AS suggest that Manchester City is considering a move for Williams, attracted by the possibility of signing him at a reduced fee. Barcelona, Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Aston Villa are also in the mix, with the latter reportedly willing to offer a reasonable transfer fee despite the impending expiration of Williams' contract.
Financial constraints at Athletic Bilbao seem to hinder their ability to match offers from Premier League clubs or Spanish giants, potentially giving the interested clubs an advantage. Williams' agent has confirmed that the player has not yet been offered a new contract by his current club, putting several top European teams on alert.
In a recent interview with El Periodico de Espana, Williams expressed his satisfaction with his progress and acknowledged the interest from "big teams" like Barcelona, Madrid, and English clubs. He sees the attention as a validation of his hard work and growth as a footballer.
Williams, who recently scored in a 3-2 victory over Villarreal alongside his brother Inaki Williams, is poised to feature in Luis de la Fuente's Spain squad for upcoming internationals. Despite missing out on the October squad, he delivered notable performances in September, contributing to Spain's 7-1 and 6-0 wins over Georgia and Cyprus, respectively, with a goal and two first-half assists.
