Arsenal is close to completing a move for Mikel Merino, and he might not be the last player to join them before this transfer window closes.
Last summer, Arsenal acted swiftly in the transfer market, securing signings early on. However, they have been more deliberate this year, with Riccardo Calafiori being their only signing so far.
The Italian is a solid addition to the squad, and they are now on the verge of adding Merino. After that, Arsenal plans to shift their focus to his national teammate, Nico Williams.
The Spanish winger was one of the standout performers for his country during their Euro 2024 victory, attracting interest from several top clubs.
Barcelona has tried but failed to secure his signature this summer, but Arsenal remains undeterred.
According to a report from Give Me Sport, once Arsenal finalises the Merino deal, they will turn their attention to Williams. The Gunners are aware of his release clause, and the report claims they are willing to pay the £50 million required to trigger it.
Just Arsenal Opinion
Williams is one of the best players in Europe now and will certainly make us a better team, but we have to convince him to join us before we trigger his release clause. Otherwise, he could still reject us.
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Arsenal does not need nico williams arsenal need a good stricker to pair with gabriel jesus
A forward is definitely coming in with Nketiah to Nottingham Forest and Fabio Vieira going back to Porto on loan. Let’s pray it’s Nico.
I don’t think Williams would come to us unless we offered him a stupidly obscene contract that would cause discontent amongst the squad
I would prefer that we go for Mitoma of Brighton as he premier league tested and approaching the prime of his career Plus reportedly available for 60 – 70 million
You should never say never in football, but it’s almost a certainty that Williams will stay where he is.
According to Spanish media the plan is for him to remain one more season which will give him the chance to play in the team with his brother. He’ll also use the time to see what new offer his club come up with (apparently, they are working on a “super-contract” for him as they see this continuing speculation as very distracting for the player and club).
Also, as the comment says at the end of the article, triggering a release clause doesn’t mean the player must join the club doing it – he has to agree and it’s very unlikely Williams will.