The transfer guru insists, Nico Williams will go to Madrid: ‘I said Barça wouldn’t…’
Transfer Insider Insists: Nico Williams Will Join Real Madrid Despite Athletic Renewal, Rumors heat up as François Gallardo claims the Spanish winger is destined for Madrid in 2025, not Barcelona
The Nico Williams transfer saga has taken another dramatic turn. While the young Spanish winger recently renewed his contract with Athletic Club through June 2035, speculation continues to swirl—this time with Real Madrid at the center of it.
Much to the frustration of FC Barcelona, who had long been linked to the talented forward, the Catalan club’s failure to secure his signing has sparked widespread criticism and even ridicule from fans and media alike. This breakdown has also cast doubt on the club’s transfer strategy, with Joan Laporta and his board coming under fire for mismanagement and broken promises.
Bellingham Responds, Unbothered
Asked about the transfer rumors involving Nico Williams during a media appearance at the MetLife Stadium, Jude Bellingham dismissed the situation entirely:
“I don’t care. It’s something that doesn’t affect Real Madrid. So Nico’s situation doesn’t concern me.”
His comments underscore the Madrid camp’s focus on their Club World Cup campaign, but the rumors remain persistent.
The Claim: Nico to Madrid in 2025
The loudest voice behind the Real Madrid–Nico Williams link is François Gallardo, a self-proclaimed transfer “guru.” Gallardo has resurfaced an old post from 2024 in which he confidently declared:
“EXCLUSIVE INFO: Nico Williams will NOT join Barcelona. The only club he’ll say YES to is Real Madrid, and that will happen in the 2025–2026 season. Always first in line. The rest… get in line. Boom. That’s it. And if not… disprove me!”
While Gallardo’s credibility in the transfer world is often questioned, his bold predictions always generate buzz—especially among Madrid fans eager to see top talents join their squad.
Could It Really Happen?
For now, a move seems unlikely. Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid is reportedly focused on reinforcing other areas of the team, not the wing, where competition is already fierce with the likes of Mbappé, Vinícius, Arda Güler, and Rodrygo.
However, should Rodrygo move to the Premier League this summer—a possibility that’s been gaining traction—the club may be forced to revisit the market for a dynamic wide player. In that case, Nico Williams could become a serious option, especially given his form, youth, and La Liga experience.
Until then, it’s all speculation. But in the unpredictable world of football transfers, nothing can ever be ruled out completely.
