Nico Williams became one of Barça's biggest targets after the great year he finished with the Euro Cup victory. Those from the Catalan capital were looking for a reliable forward, and everything pointed to the Athletic player as the right one. In fact, the board tried to sign him by all possible means, but there was no way.
Barça was starting to recover, but Nico Williams wanted to play in Europe with his brother and the club of his life. Now that he has seen Hansi Flick is going all out, he has offered himself to Barça for the good of his career. Now that it is almost finalized, the number he will wear is known; it won't be "11".
Barça with Nico Williams
Nico Williams hasn't had an easy year, and it has been hard for him to keep a good dynamic and a performance in line with what was expected of him. In addition to the injury he suffered at the beginning of the season, his teammates haven't been able to take advantage of all the opportunities a winger like him provided. At Barça, they are used to fast strikers like him, and he could be key in the squad the German coach is building.
This year, Barça's project is sailing full steam ahead, and Hansi Flick is the main person responsible, but not the only one. The footballers have performed very well, and the victories and titles achieved are the perfect reflection of that. Now that the squad is already solid, the Catalans are looking to strengthen those positions they believe are more unprotected.
Ferran Torres has been placed as Lewandowski's substitute, so currently, Raphinha doesn't have anyone to rotate with. Barça already has Nico Williams practically signed to strengthen the attack. Although it wasn't known which number he would wear, it was clear Raphinha wasn't going to lose his, especially after his great year.
Nico Williams's number
According to several sources, Nico Williams will wear the number "17", currently Marc Casadó's. The pivot will switch to Pablo Torre's, which is "14". Pablo's departure seems imminent, and everything points to him seeking more minutes in another team.
Nico Williams will end up alongside Lamine Yamal, and the two will form wings that will generate even more fear. Most likely, Raphinha, due to his versatility, will be placed as an interior. Although not much more is known yet, it is likely that more information will be leaked in the coming days.