Chelsea Football Club is currently considering the prospect of acquiring the services of Athletic Bilbao winger Nico Williams during the upcoming summer transfer window. With a release clause in his contract valued at approximately £43 million, Williams has demonstrated notable performance levels throughout the current season in Spain, prompting Athletic Bilbao to prepare for his potential departure.
In the process of formulating their transfer strategies, Chelsea aims to position themselves as contenders for the signature of the Spanish international. While the club’s primary focus remains on securing a traditional number 9, with potential targets including Victor Osimhen from Napoli, Benjamin Sesko from RB Leipzig, and Viktor Gyökeres from Sporting Lisbon, serious contemplation has been given to pursuing Nico Williams as an alternative option.
The acquisition of a prominent striker is anticipated to come with a significant financial investment. Chelsea’s ability to execute such transfers may hinge upon their capacity to generate funds through player sales. Previous endeavors to address this positional requirement have proven challenging for the club, with competition expected from Paris Saint-Germain for the signature of Victor Osimhen.
Nico Williams currently commands a wage structure that would position him among the highest earners at Chelsea. However, his prospective transfer fee is not deemed excessive. Known for his versatility, Williams is proficient in operating on both flanks, albeit with a preference for the left wing.
In anticipation of Williams’ potential departure, Athletic Bilbao has taken proactive measures by securing the signing of Álvaro Djaló from Braga ahead of the forthcoming season.
Throughout the current campaign, Chelsea has predominantly relied on Raheem Sterling and Mykhailo Mudryk on the left flank. Despite occasional inconsistencies in their performances, there has been no indication of the club seeking to offload either player. Raheem Sterling notably declined an opportunity to transfer to Saudi Arabia during the previous summer transfer window.