Tottenham Exclusive: Big Nico Williams update tonight

Tottenham continue to watch Athletic Bilbao sensation Nico Williams closely ahead of a potential swoop, sources have told Football Insider.

The 21-year-old has boosted his reputation with a series of impressive displays for Spain at the European Championships in Germany.

Football Insider revealed on Monday (1 July) that Aston Villa are long-term admirers of Williams’ talents – with manager Unai Emery a “big fan”, sources say.

The winger has a £49million release clause in his Athletic Club contract but his wage demands have put other suitors off in Europe.

Barcelona had been keen to land the 17-cap international but have been scared off – and it is believed Premier League clubs are now the only viable destination if Williams chooses to leave Bilbao.

Sources say club chiefs at Spurs have been impressed with the 21-year-old – and see him as a “star in the making” if he made the move to the English top flight.

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Williams renewed his contract at San Mames in December 2023, keeping him at the club until June 2027.

He has made three appearances at Euro 2024, scoring once and adding one assist.

The Pamplona-born star won Copa del Rey with Athletic Club in the 2023-24 campaign, playing 37 times across all competitions for the Basque giants.

Williams, who made his senior debut in April 2021, notched eight goals and 19 assists in those outings.

Tottenham will play Europa League football next term after finishing fifth in the Premier League last term.

Ange Postecolou’s side have already wrapped up deals for Timo Werner and Archie Gray so far this summer.

In other news, Spurs to sell £20million-valued star after offer rejected.

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