Athletic Bilbao forward Inaki Williams has accused FC Barcelona of orchestrating a deliberate media campaign to pressure his younger brother, Nico Williams, into leaving the Basque club this summer.
Nico, who emerged as one of Spain’s most promising talents following an impressive season, was strongly linked with a move to the Camp Nou. However, he rejected Barcelona’s advances and opted to extend his contract with Athletic Bilbao, committing to the club until 2025.
Speaking candidly about the transfer saga, Inaki Williams did not hold back in his criticism of Barcelona’s tactics.
“A lot of lies have been told. We all know how football works and the pressure they wanted to exert. Barça ran a media campaign they thought would work. That external noise caused a lot of damage and tainted the situation,” said Inaki, who has recently been named captain of Athletic Bilbao.
Both Williams brothers are expected to play key roles as Bilbao prepares for a busy 2025/26 campaign, which includes a return to European competition.
The team kicks off their La Liga season against Sevilla, with high expectations at San Mamés.
Source: Adomonline.com
