VALLADOLID, SPAIN – NOVEMBER 10: Nico Williams of Athletic Club in action during the LaLiga match between Real Valladolid CF and Athletic Club at Jose Zorrilla on November 10, 2024 in Valladolid, Spain. (Photo by Octavio Passos/Getty Images)Nico Williams has emerged as a priority signing for Real Madrid, according to Spanish outlet Marca.The Spanish-Ghanaian winger, who stayed loyal to his boyhood club last summer despite strong interest from Barcelona, is now firmly on Los Blancos radar.Williams current contract includes a release clause in the region of 55 million to 60 million, a price well within reach for Madrid. Sources say the club is keen to trigger the clause to secure the 21-year-olds services.His potential arrival at the Bernabeu may open the door for the departure of Brazilian winger Rodrygo, who has attracted interest from Premier League sides.Barcelona, previously front-runners for Williams, have now stepped away from negotiations. Club president Joan Laporta confirmed that the Catalan giants have moved on from pursuing the winger.Real Madrids push for Williams highlights their continued search for young talent to strengthen their wide attacking options. With Barcelona officially out, the path looks clearer than ever for Williams to wear white next season.
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