FC Bayern are keen to stress these days that they are not rushing into their squad planning, with sporting director Max Eberl recently pointing out on several occasions that they are keeping a close eye on the market but will not be rushing into anything. Now, however, a name could pop up that will at least make the Munich club think twice: Nico Williams
As the English portal TEAMtalk reports, the Spanish international is said to have signaled through intermediaries that a transfer next summer would be possible. In addition to FC Bayern, other top clubs have also been informed of the situation
Williams is no stranger to the Säbener Straße. Bayern were very interested in the Spain star in the summer of 2025. Talks between the player and the record champions were intensive and well advanced. In the end, the winger decided to stay in Bilbao, which came as a complete surprise
Ten-year contract – but thoughts of leaving?
At first glance, the move seems contradictory. It was only last summer that Williams signed a new ten-year contract with Athletic Bilbao, which included an exit clause of 100 million euros – a sum that is no mean feat even for top European clubs
Now the topic seems to be back on the table. According to TEAMtalk, Bilbao’s sporting development is said to play a major role. After high expectations, the big step forward has so far failed to materialise. Williams himself did not immediately return to his top form after a groin injury lasting several weeks at the start of the season. In 19 competitive games, he currently has four goals and three assists to his name and was recently absent again due to groin problems
The 23-year-old impressively demonstrated his potential last year, winning the 2024 European Championship with Spain and even winning the Player of the Match award in the final against England. His dynamism, pace and unpredictability in one-on-one situations have made him one of the most sought-after wingers in Europe for years
Does Williams fit the Bayern profile?
Williams would undoubtedly be a sporting boost for FC Bayern. With his explosiveness, he could make his mark on both flanks and add further variety to the attacking play. It is also an open secret that Bayern are looking to add personnel to the left wing position in the summer
At the same time, the question arises as to whether Munich would be prepared to invest a three-digit million sum for a winger – especially as they already have top-class players in Luis Díaz and Michael Olise. Diaz’s current market value is estimated at 60 million euros
It is clear that these are still loose signals and not concrete negotiations, but the information alone that Williams is said to be open to a move is likely to have been registered at Säbener Straße. Whether this becomes more depends not least on the price issue – and Bayern’s strategic priorities for the summer.