Williams' Barcelona transfer collapsed: 'Your problems shouldn't affect me'

Williams rejected Barcelona move over registration concerns; agent feared he wouldn't be able to play due to club's FFP issues.

Nico Williams' transfer to Barcelona collapsed in summer 2025 despite personal terms being agreed, according to his agent Félix Tainta. Barcelona's strict registration rules and ongoing problems registering players like Dani Olmo prompted Williams to pull out, as he refused to risk joining a club where he might not be able to play. Tainta told podcast Los Fulanos that he made clear to Barcelona the deal couldn't proceed under those circumstances. Williams has since signed a new contract with Athletic Bilbao through mid-2035.