Liverpool are reportedly considering making a move for Nico Williams, as they seek to replace Mohamed Salah. However, they face competition from Chelsea.
Williams, who currently plays for Athletic Bilbao, is attracting interest from several top European teams. Liverpool turned down bids for Salah last summer, but with only a year left on his contract, their influence over his future has diminished.
If Salah departs, Liverpool will aim to find a high-quality replacement for him. Michael Edwards, the CEO of football at Liverpool, is said to favor Williams as a potential replacement.
The 21-year-old has impressed with his performances in La Liga and has a release clause of £43 million, which has caught the attention of Liverpool, Chelsea, Tottenham, and Aston Villa. Liverpool may be concerned about Chelsea’s interest in Williams, given their significant investments in recent years.
Williams, a right-footed winger, is known for his creativity and could be an ideal replacement for Salah, especially if Liverpool’s potential new manager, Ruben Amorim, prefers a tactical system with two wide players. The future of another Liverpool player, Luis Diaz, is also uncertain.
Athletic Bilbao legend Manuel Sarabia has praised Williams for his exceptional abilities and predicted a bright future for him. Williams will have the opportunity to choose from several top European teams in the summer.