Barcelona legend endorses move for Athletic Club star: ‘

Former Barcelona star Rivaldo has this week advised the Blaugrana to launch a summer move for a leading member of the attacking ranks at La Liga rivals Athletic Club.

The player in question? Nico Williams.

The name of wide-man Williams, of course, has long taken its place front and centre in the headlines in Catalunya’s capital.

Amid their ongoing search for reinforcements on the left flank, the Barcelona brass have identified the Spanish international as the ideal addition, owing to his differential characteristics.

Deco and co. are eager to see new head coach Hansi Flick trot out a front three of Nico, Lamine Yamal and Robert Lewandowski next season, a trident boasting all of the necessary characteristics to wreak havoc across opposing backlines.

And, as alluded to above, one former member of the attacking setup at the Camp Nou has this week thrown his full backing behind such a move.

Speaking as part of his role as BetFair ambassador, as cited by Diario Sport, Rivaldo was drawn on Nico’s potential arrival in Barcelona.

And the Brazilian went on to assure:

“He would be a great signing. Barça should pay attention to him during this Euro Cup and, depending on his performance, perhaps later they will have more competition to sign him. But it would seem like a great option.”

Conor Laird | GSFN