Barcelona marks 125 years with Marxa Culer hike - what it means for Nico Williams' future

As Barcelona celebrates its 125th anniversary with a historic Montserrat hike, the club's plans to secure Nico Williams intensify amid competition from Arsenal and contract talks. This milestone event highlights the club's ambition to strengthen its squad with the promising winger who shone at Euro 2024 and Europa League.

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Sources: BarcablaugranesDaily MailFootball London
Barcelona marked its 125th anniversary on June 14, 2025, with the Marxa Culer, a mass hike to Montserrat celebrating the club's rich history.

Meanwhile, Athletic Club winger Nico Williams, 22, remains a hot topic in transfer circles. The Spanish international, who impressed at Euro 2024 by scoring Spain's opening goal in the final against England, is reportedly "desperate" to join Barcelona.

Williams had a strong 2023-24 season, netting 11 goals and providing seven assists in 45 appearances, helping Athletic finish fourth in La Liga and reach the Europa League semi-finals.

Barcelona, having targeted Williams last summer, are renewing their interest. Barca sporting director Deco recently met with Williams' agent to discuss a potential transfer.

However, Williams previously rejected Barcelona's approach, causing friction with the club's leadership. Now, Athletic Club aims to extend his contract through 2026 and either loan him out or sell him with an affordable buy-back clause.

This strategy reflects the club's desire to retain control over a promising talent while accommodating his ambitions.

Williams' future remains uncertain, but his performances and Barcelona's interest highlight his rising profile in European football.

"The club does not want to lose him and he does not want to leave either," sources say, underscoring the delicate balance in negotiations.

As Barcelona celebrates its legacy, the potential arrival of Williams could symbolize a new chapter for the club's sporting ambitions.
Sources: BarcablaugranesDaily MailFootball London
Barcelona celebrated its 125th anniversary with the Marxa Culer hike, while interest grows in Athletic Club winger Nico Williams. The 22-year-old Spain international, who starred at Euro 2024, is reportedly eager to join Barcelona, which is negotiating a potential move amid contract extension talks and loan or buy-back options.
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Key Facts
  • Nico Williams scored Spain's opening goal in the 2-1 Euro 2024 final victory over England in Berlin, marking him as one of the most promising wingers globally.Daily Mail
  • Last season, Williams scored 11 goals and provided seven assists in 45 appearances for Athletic Club, helping them finish fourth in LaLiga.Daily Mail
  • Williams contributed 11 goals and five assists this season to help Athletic Club reach the Europa League semi-finals and secure a Champions League spot by finishing fourth in La Liga.Football London
  • Barcelona targeted Williams last summer and is currently back in the market for a winger.Daily Mail
  • Barcelona sporting director Deco met with Williams' agent to discuss a potential move to Camp Nou.Football London
  • Arsenal showed interest in Williams, but the player's wage demands may complicate the deal.Football London
  • Williams is seeking a switch to Camp Nou and Barcelona plans to extend his contract, which currently ends in 2026.Barcablaugranes
  • On June 14, 2025, FC Barcelona celebrated its 125th anniversary with a mass hike to Montserrat called the Marxa Culer.Barcablaugranes
The 22-year-old Spain international is reportedly 'desperate' to join Barcelona.
Daily Mail
Daily Mail
News coming out of Spain is that Barcelona are interested in the 22-year-old and that Williams may well favour a move to the Camp Nou over anywhere else.
Football London
Football London
After rejecting the Catalan club last summer, something that did not please the president or the sporting leadership, the Athletic winger sought an approach before deciding his future.
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Barcablaugranes
Key Stats at a Glance
National team appearances
28 appearances
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Goals last season
11 goals
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Appearances last season
45 appearances
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