Barcelona Sporting Director Deco was a notable absence from their trip to Orlando, Florida, as they begin their US preseason tour. The Brazilian-Portuguese stayed behind in order to handle their transfer business, with Nico Williams at the top of the agenda.
Amid hints that Williams might be leaning towards remaining at Athletic Club, Matteo Moretto has explained to Football España that Williams is yet to communicate his decision to any of the clubs involved. While the Blaugrana are also said to be preparing a fresh offer for Olmo, they will wait for the definitive response from the Basque winger before launching an offensive for Olmo.
On Monday there were reports that Williams is having doubts about moving to Barcelona this year, instead considering next summer the more opportune time to make the jump, while others say that he has promised brother Inaki Williams that they will play at least one season in Europe together. Athletic qualified for the Europa League last season for the first time since 2017, and it would be the junior Williams’ first experience of midweek football.