Lamine Yamal has expressed his enthusiasm for playing alongside Nico Williams on a regular basis. Speaking to El Hormiguero, Yamal stated, “I’d love to play every week with Nico Williams as part of my squad! He’s my good friend.” However, he acknowledged that the decision for Williams to join Barcelona lies with the player himself.
Background on Nico Williams
Nico Williams, a promising talent, has been the subject of significant interest from Barcelona. Despite the club’s efforts, recent reports indicate that Barcelona has opted out of signing him. The La Liga President recently confirmed that Barcelona’s bid for Williams had failed.
Previous Developments
- 2024-09-12: La Liga President confirms Barcelona’s failed bid for Nico Williams.
- 2024-09-11: Barcelona decides against signing Nico Williams.
- 2024-08-12: Laporta responds to fans’ plea for Nico Williams signing.
- 2024-07-29: Barcelona pursues Dani Olmo amidst Nico Williams decision.
- 2024-07-22: Barcelona confident in securing Nico Williams’ signature.
Yamal’s comments come amidst a backdrop of Barcelona’s ongoing interest in Williams, highlighting the strong bond and mutual respect between the two players.