Barcelona PANIC over Nico Williams transfer

James Shearman

Updated: 25 Jul 2024 22:34 BST
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Nico Williams, Lamine Yamal, Barcelona — © IMAGO

Barcelona are reportedly panicking over Paris Saint-Germain's pursuit of Nico Williams.

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Williams has been one of Barcelona's transfer targets for a while now and his performances at Euro 2024 only heightened their interest.

The finances of the deal have always been an issue but it was expected that the Blaugrana would find a way eventually.

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However, Paris Saint-German have recently entered the race to sign the 22-year-old.

And, money has not been an issue for PSG for well over a decade, giving Barcelona cause for concern.

Indeed, Spanish outlet Mundo Deportivo are reporting that Hansi Flick's side see the Ligue 1 champions as a 'serious threat'.

PSG could easily outbid Barca and offer significantly higher wages, so Barca will be hoping that they look elsewhere.

The Parisian outfit are also interested in Rennes' Desire Doue.

How Barcelona would line up with Nico Williams

Marc-Andre ter Stegen isn’t fancied by some sections of Barcelona fans, but he remains the club’s number one and he will not be replaced this summer.

Jules Kounde will have to settle for a regular right-back role, despite preferring to play at centre-back, with Ronald Araujo partnering the talented La Masia graduate Pau Cubarsi at the heart of the defence.

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Joao Cancelo has returned to Manchester City following his loan spell at Barca, meaning Alejandro Balde will likely resume first-choice left-back duties.

Barcelona are yet to sign a long-term Sergio Busquets heir, but Frenkie de Jong is set to continue in a deep-lying role, alongside Spanish duo Gavi and Pedri. Ilkay Gundogan will pick up consistent minutes too, but Gavi and Pedri will be almost guaranteed starters when fully fit.

Robert Lewandowski will lead the line, despite his declining form, while Lamine Yamal and Williams will provide pace and creativity on the flanks.