Nico Williams: Man United rival Chelsea for Athletic club star

Nico Williams: Man United rival Chelsea for Athletic club star reports that Manchester United is preparing a move for Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, as INEOS seeks to strengthen its forward line. The report from Spain ties the 24-year-old to Spain’s success at EURO 2024, where he scored the opening goal against England, and notes he is aiming to repeat the impact in the World Cup final versus Argentina on Sunday at MetLife Stadium in New York. Athletic Club is said to prefer his ability on both flanks, though he favors the left side. The article says he has struggled with injury this summer but came off the bench in a 2-0 win over France. It also recalls Manchester United’s earlier loss of Rashford’s £26 million buy option after Barcelona signed Newcastle winger Anthony Gordon for £70 million. United is reportedly hunting a left winger, weighing targets including Crysencio Summerville and considering Williams as a pivot. Chelsea is also mentioned as a contender, though a record deal for Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers could limit spending.