Los Blancos should recruit Nico Williams, a winger for Athletic Bilbao, this summer, according to former Real Madrid great Luis Figo.
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A “gem,” the 22-year-old was described by the Portuguese, who went on to say that he possesses quality. During the current summer transfer window, Williams is set to depart from Athletic Bilbao.
Reports have circulated that Barcelona and Arsenal are interested in signing the Spain international, who is currently on loan at Bilbao.
Figo told AS, “There are a lot of players I like,” when asked who Real Madrid manager Xabi Alonso should sign. Nico Williams would undoubtedly be signed by me. What a treasure he is.
“When I consider what clubs are paying for players his age and quality, I come to the conclusion that the price is fair. Real Madrid, however, will face competition from Arsenal and Barcelona to sign Williams.