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“We all know…” – Agent speaks out on Liverpool’s interest in winger transfer

Liverpool have been named as one of the clubs who’ve shown a recent interest in Athletic Bilbao and Spain winger Nico Williams. The player’s agent has spoken out about the long list of top teams in the Premier League and…

Published: Friday, 16 October 2026 at 2:04 PM
“We all know…” – Agent speaks out on Liverpool’s interest in winger transfer
Key Things to Know
  • Agent Felix Tainta confirmed Liverpool were among multiple top European clubs interested in signing winger Nico Williams.
  • Williams considered leaving Athletic Bilbao on a permanent transfer following Euro 2024 before deciding to sign a contract renewal.
  • Tainta revealed that Barcelona, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain also attempted to sign the Spanish international.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Nico Williams' agent, Felix Tainta, revealed that Liverpool was among several top European clubs interested in a permanent transfer for the Athletic Bilbao winger following Euro 2024. Speaking on the Los Fulanos podcast, Tainta explained that Liverpool, Barcelona, Arsenal, Bayern Munich, and Paris Saint-Germain all pursued the Spain international before he chose to sign a contract renewal in Bilbao.

Tainta noted that while the 24-year-old was initially open to leaving for greater sporting ambitions, he ultimately decided to stay. The Empire of The Kop argues that missing out on Williams is not a major blow for Liverpool, citing his recent inconsistency and modest total of six goals across all competitions last season.

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