Barça Fans Believe They ‘Dodged a Bullet’ by Not Signing Nico Williams After Comparing His Stats to Rashford’s
Barcelona supporters are feeling reassured about the club’s transfer choices this season after looking at how Marcus Rashford and Nico Williams have performed so far.
Rashford, who arrived at Barcelona on loan from Manchester United during the summer, has adapted seamlessly to life in Catalonia. The English forward appears perfectly suited to Barça’s attacking philosophy, with the team’s fluid style, warm climate, and youthful energy bringing out his best form. His statistics back that up — 13 goal involvements in just 14 appearances for the Blaugrana show how quickly he has made an impact.
On the other hand, things haven’t gone quite as smoothly for Nico Williams, the Athletic Bilbao winger who was also a top target for Barcelona during the transfer window. Although highly rated for his pace and creativity, the Spanish international has managed only three goal contributions in eight appearances so far, partly due to injury setbacks that have limited his rhythm and consistency.
After comparing the two players’ performances, many Barça fans are convinced the club made the right call. Across social media platforms, supporters are calling it a “blessing in disguise” that Nico wasn’t signed, insisting Barcelona “dodged a bullet” by opting for Rashford instead. The Englishman’s influence has been immediate, while Williams still seems to be finding his footing this season.
Meanwhile, Rashford’s impressive displays have not gone unnoticed back in England — with Manchester United fans now demanding a higher price tag should Barcelona wish to make his move permanent.
