In a transfer saga that continues to evolve by the hour, **Nico Williams** has reportedly made it crystal clear to both **Athletic Club** and **FC Barcelona**: he wants **guarantees—not just ambition**.
According to multiple sources, the Spanish winger has **verbally committed to joining Barcelona**, informing his current club through his representatives that he wishes to wear the **blaugrana** jersey next season.
> “I communicated my desire and intention to wear blaugrana,” Williams reportedly stated through his agent.
However, the deal is currently stalled—not due to the €58 million release clause, which Barcelona are believed to be ready to trigger—but because of a more technical issue: **La Liga registration approval**.
### Nico Wants No Repeat of the “Dani Olmo Scenario”
Williams has demanded **explicit confirmation** that Barcelona will be able to register him immediately after activating his release clause. His concern? **The Dani Olmo case**, where financial red tape and La Liga’s strict controls nearly derailed a similar high-profile move.
> “Paying the clause is one thing, but La Liga approval is another,” Nico reportedly warned.
His message to Barça is clear: avoid the same registration uncertainty that has plagued past transfer windows. Nico wants his move **locked in, certified, and immune to late reversals**.
### Laporta Responds
Barcelona president **Joan Laporta**, speaking at Ronald Koeman’s charity golf event, attempted to reassure fans and players alike:
> “We are complying with all requirements that La Liga and Financial Fair Play demand to sign players this summer.”
While Laporta’s comments project confidence, it’s clear that **Nico Williams is proceeding with caution**—and understandably so, given Barcelona’s financial history in recent windows.
### What This Means
Nico’s demand doesn’t signal hesitation about joining Barça — it signals a **mature, calculated move**. With the 2025/26 season approaching and competition heating up across Europe, the Spanish international is making it clear: he wants football, not drama.
Will Barça move swiftly to offer the guarantees Nico is asking for?
Or could another club take advantage of the delay?
The clock is ticking.
