Spain and Athletic Bilbao star Nico Williams has explained his decision to reject a move to one of Europe's top clubs last summer.
Nico Williams was linked to some of Europe's biggest clubs last summer but chose to remain loyal to his hometown club.
The Spaniard was one of Europe's standout players as his nation claimed the EURO 2024 trophy and was strongly coveted by the likes of Barcelona, Arsenal, and French giants PSG.
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Barcelona's interest was very strong, especially with Nico's close friendship with Lamine Yamal fueling stories almost on a daily basis.
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The winger, who has recorded six goals and seven assists this term, does not believe he will find the same connection he experiences at the Estadio de San Mamés, anywhere else.
“This relationship we have at the heart of the club is incredible. Everyone respects everyone else like a family, which is incredible," he told France Football.
"This atmosphere, I’ll never have it anywhere else. I decided to stay because of that. I made the decision that I thought was the right one. I’m happy and I’m trying to do my best.”
Bilbao are having another impressive season in LaLiga, and their star winger will likely become subject to transfer interest once the summer window opens.