Barcelona Looking to Sell Player for €60M to Fund Nico Williams Signing
Due to Financial Fair Play constraints and La Liga’s strict salary regulations, Barcelona is proceeding cautiously in the transfer market. Despite these limitations, the club has already made its first move of the summer by signing Espanyol goalkeeper Juan Garcia for €25 million.
Sporting director Deco is now focused on securing Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams by triggering his €58 million release clause. The club has already reached a personal agreement with Williams, following direct talks between the player, Deco, and new coach Hansi Flick.
The only hurdle remaining is financing the move and ensuring there’s enough room on the wage bill to register Williams. To achieve this, Barcelona is planning a major sale.
Hansi Flick has reportedly approved the sale of Uruguayan defender Ronald Araujo, who is not part of his plans for next season. Araujo has strong market interest, and Barcelona is open to letting him go if they receive an offer of at least €60 million. Premier League clubs, Bayern Munich, and Juventus are said to be monitoring the situation.
According to El Nacional, Barcelona’s management supports Flick’s decision, viewing Araujo’s potential transfer as a way to fund the arrival of Nico Williams.